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Postural disorders and dentofacial morphology.

J Huggare1

  • 1Department of Orthodontics, Institute of Odontology, Karolinska Institute, Huddinge, Sweden.

Acta Odontologica Scandinavica
|March 5, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Poor posture is linked to dental issues like malocclusions. This review found evidence connecting cervical spine hyperlordosis to Angle Class II malocclusions and scoliosis/torticollis to lateral crossbite risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthodontics
  • Developmental Biology
  • Biomechanical Engineering

Background:

  • The link between poor posture and dentofacial development has been long suspected.
  • However, controlled studies are scarce, with much evidence being anecdotal or subjective.
  • Existing research often lacks detailed postural recording methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing literature on the association between posture and dentofacial development.
  • To identify evidence-based connections between specific postural deviations and malocclusions.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of selected studies investigating posture and dentofacial development.
  • Analysis of studies with valid postural recording methods.

Main Results:

  • Plausible evidence suggests a link between cervical spine hyperlordosis and increased prevalence of Angle Class II malocclusions.
  • Children with scoliosis and torticollis show an increased risk of developing lateral crossbite.
  • Associations between anterior crowding and head posture appear convincing.

Conclusions:

  • Posture significantly influences dentofacial development and malocclusion risk.
  • Specific postural deviations, such as cervical hyperlordosis and conditions like scoliosis, are associated with particular malocclusions.
  • Further controlled research with standardized postural assessment is warranted.

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