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[Comparing the effects of fast and slow expansion on nasal cavity and maxilla structure]
Jun-Ling Liu1, Hong-Fa Li2, Hui Yan1
1Tianjin Nankai Hospital, Tianjin 300000, China.
Objective:
This study aims to compare the effects of fast and slow expansion on nasal cavity structure.
Methods:
A total of 40 patients were selected and randomly divided into two groups. Cone-beam computer tomography (CBCT) was obtained before and after surgery and used for comparing the changes in nasal structure before and after treatment.
Results:
Fast expansion had resulted in greater changes in the basilar and nasal bone arch extension structures than slow expansion. No significant difference at maxillary width and nasal parenchyma.
Conclusions:
Rapid expansion therapy has more beneficial effects on nasal function.
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