Non-invasive 3D facial analysis and surface electromyography during functional pre-orthodontic therapy: a preliminary report

• Hauptverfasser: Gianluca M. Tartaglia (Verfasst von), Gaia Grandi (Verfasst von), Fabrizio Mian (Verfasst von), Chiarella Sforza (Verfasst von), Virgilio F. Ferrario (Verfasst von)
• Format: Buch
• Veröffentlicht: University of São Paulo, 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Schlagworte: article
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OBJECTIVES: Functional orthodontic devices can modify oral function thus permitting more adequate growth processes. The assessment of their effects should include both facial morphology and muscle function. This preliminary study investigated whether a preformed functional orthodontic device could i...