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

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...

Full description

Bibliographic Details

Published in:	Journal of Applied Oral Science
Main Authors:	Gianluca M. Tartaglia, Gaia Grandi, Fabrizio Mian, Chiarella Sforza, Virgilio F. Ferrario
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	University of São Paulo 2009-10-01
Subjects:	Face Children Pre-orthodontics Soft tissues Electromyography
Online Access:	http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1678-77572009000500025