Dentofacial Orthopaedic Correction of Maxillary Retrusion with the Protraction Facemask - a literature review

The retruded maxilla in the Class III skeletal pattern could be effectively corrected with the protraction facemask in selected cases. A review of the different types of orthopaedic appliances used in Class III treatment, the rationale for facemask therapy, the effect of this treatment and the facto...

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Main Authors: Goh GekKiow (Author), Kaan Sheung K (Author)
Format: Book
Published: Sciendo, 1992-10-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:The retruded maxilla in the Class III skeletal pattern could be effectively corrected with the protraction facemask in selected cases. A review of the different types of orthopaedic appliances used in Class III treatment, the rationale for facemask therapy, the effect of this treatment and the factors affecting stability is presented.
Item Description:2207-7480
10.2478/aoj-1992-0003