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  • The study investigates the link between vertical facial patterns and the structure of alveolar bone and teeth, which is important for effective orthodontic treatment planning.
  • Researchers analyzed 300 cone-beam computed tomography scans from orthodontic patients, focusing on alveolar bone thickness and the crown and root dimensions of maxillary anterior teeth across different facial types.
  • Results showed that short facial types had thicker alveolar bone compared to normal and long facial types, emphasizing the need to consider facial type during orthodontic planning.

Article Abstract

Introduction: The relationship between vertical facial patterns and the morphology of the alveolar bone and teeth is crucial for successful orthodontic treatment planning. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between vertical facial patterns, bone thickness, and root-crown dimensions in the maxillary anterior teeth.

Methods: This retrospective study screened 300 cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans of orthodontic patients between December 2022 and November 2023, with 115 meeting the inclusion criteria. Buccal and lingual alveolar bone thickness, along with crown and root lengths of maxillary anterior teeth, were measured and compared across short, normal, and long facial types, classified according to the Frankfort-Mandibular Plane Angle. One-way ANOVA, independent-samples Kruskal-Wallis, and post-hoc tests were used for statistical analysis.

Results: Significant differences in alveolar bone thickness were observed across facial types, with short facial types showing consistently greater thickness in the apical and mid-palatal regions compared to normal and long facial types (p < 0.05). No significant differences in crown or root lengths were found among the facial types.

Conclusion: Facial type significantly influences alveolar bone thickness, particularly in short facial types, which demonstrate greater bone support. These findings underscore the importance of considering facial type in orthodontic treatment planning to minimize complications.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jormas.2024.102128DOI Listing

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