Rapid Maxillary Expansion: A Unique
Treatment Modality in Dentistry
Published: August 1, 2011 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2011/.1449
S. Arvind Kumar, Deepa Gurunathan, Muruganandham, Shivangi Sharma
Department of Pedodontics and Preventive
Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals.
PG Student, Department of Orthodontics,
Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals.
Shivangi Sharma, B.D.S.
Correspondence
Dr. S. Aravind Kumar
Department of Orthodontics
Saveetha Dental College
Chennai 600077.
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Background: Rapid Maxillary expansion or palatal expansion as it is sometimes called, occupies unique niche in dentofacial therapy. Rapid Maxillary expansion is a skeletal type of expansion that involves the separation of the mid-palatal suture and movement of the maxillary shelves away from each other.
Materials and Methods: An objective approach to the design of a suitable appliance should be made by preparing a list of criteria based on the biomechanical requirements of RME.
Results: RME effects the maxillary complex, palatal vaults, maxillary anterior and posterior teeth, adjacent periodontal structures to bring about an expansion in the maxillary arch.
Conclusion: The majority of dental transverse measurements changed significantly as a result of RME.
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