Study of the risk factors associated with the development of malocclusion.

Background/aim: Research of the most common causes of irregularities of jaws and teeth is designed in order to find the most efficient mode of their prevention. Frequency of orthodontic malformations (malocclusions) is as high as 60% to 80% in this region with an increasing tendency. Researching the risk factors for orofacial irregularities is designed with the purpose of creating a standardized methodology for risk evaluation, frequency and degree of orthodontic irregularities of face, jaws and teeth.

[Early detection possibilities of obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome].

Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) syndrome represents a significant medical problem due to numerous consequences that may follow it.

Objective: The aim of the study was to analyze morphology of the maxilla in children with mouth breathing, and to assess possible characteristics in persons with marked clinical features of OSA.

Methods: The sample comprised of 60 examinees aged from 8-10 years, all mouth-breathers.

[Anteroposterior jaw position in persons with skeletal class I].

Introduction: Many authors point out that there are great differences in anthropometric studies due to racial, ethnic and population morphological characteristics. Facial type is a decisive factor when planning and setting objectives, as well as when choosing the mode of orthodontic treatment. The aim of this study was to determine the morphological characteristics of antero-posterior position of maxilla and mandible and determine the most prevalent facial type in children living in Vojvodina.