[Vertical dentobasal changes induced by the lip-bumper: clinical study].

Area of Science:

• Orthodontics
• Pediatric Dentistry

Context:

• Orthodontic treatment in growing children.
• Evaluation of dentofacial orthopedic devices.

Purpose:

• To assess the impact of lip bumper therapy on lateral dental height in children.
• To compare outcomes between different age groups and typologies.

Summary:

• 37 patients (8-11 years) received lip bumper treatment for one year.
• Patients were grouped by age (8-9 and 10-11) and dental typology.
• Dental basal height increased by 0.90 mm in treated patients versus controls.

Impact:

• Lip bumper treatment can positively influence lateral dental height in pediatric patients.
• Provides evidence for orthodontic treatment planning in early mixed dentition.
• Contributes to understanding dentofacial growth modulation in children.