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Treatment of Facial Deformities using 3D Planning and Printing of Patient-Specific Implants
Published on: May 23, 2020
[Dento-facial orthopedics and osteopathy]
Romain Fournier1, Jean-Jacques Aknin, Sophie Bourgier
1Cabinet dentaire, Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds, France. fournier.romain@neuf.fr
L' Orthodontie Francaise
|November 23, 2011
Summary
This study explores the link between osteopathy and dentofacial orthopedics, finding limited scientific evidence but suggesting potential collaboration. The relationship between occlusion and posture is more established, though cranial bone mobility remains debated.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Craniofacial Science
Context:
- Osteopathy and dentofacial orthopedics are increasingly collaborating, particularly in treating children and adolescents.
- There is a growing need to scientifically validate the interrelations between these disciplines.
Purpose:
- To investigate the scientific evidence supporting the collaboration between osteopathy and dentofacial orthopedics.
- To review existing literature on the interrelationship between these two fields.
Summary:
- Scientific literature on osteopathy's interrelations with other disciplines is scarce.
- The link between occlusion and posture is relatively well-established, especially in the sagittal plane.
- While cranial bone mobility is accepted, primary respiratory motion (PRM) is controversial, impacting orthodontic treatment perceptions.
Impact:
- The findings suggest a nuanced view of orthodontic treatment's adverse effects, with osteopaths increasingly open to collaboration.
- Modern orthodontics' holistic approach may foster future interdisciplinary partnerships.
- Further research is needed to solidify the evidence base for osteopathic interventions in conjunction with dentofacial orthopedics.
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