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

Published by: Journal of Applied Oral Science

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 induce variations in facial morphology and function along with correction of oral dysfunction in a group of orthodontic patients in the mixed and early permanent dentitions.

Authors: Gianluca M. Tartaglia, Gaia Grandi, Fabrizio Mian, Chiarella Sforza and Virgilio F. Ferrario

surface electromyography, pre-orthodontic therapy, 3d facial analysis, non-invasive