2016
DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2016/21232.8217
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Clinical Measurement of Maximum Mouth Opening in Children of Kolkata and Its Relation with Different Facial Types

Abstract: There was a significant difference in MMO between males and females; with males having higher values in all age groups. MMO is seen to increase with age in a statistically significant manner. Significantly increased value of MMO was observed in leptoproscopic face type in comparison to euryproscopic and mesoproscopic face type for each age group.

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“…Studies have previously sought to measure the impact of facial height on bite force and maximum mouth opening [25,26]. However, the impact of facial type on the distribution of the bite has remained relatively unexplored.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Studies have previously sought to measure the impact of facial height on bite force and maximum mouth opening [25,26]. However, the impact of facial type on the distribution of the bite has remained relatively unexplored.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“… 27 In this case, active opening and bite exercises helped improve MIO to 40 mm (normal for age group) by 12-weeks follow-up. 28 …”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The maximum interincisal opening was only 20 mm ( Figure 1(a) ) (normal = 41–50 mm) [ 9 , 15 ]. An evaluation of mandible function was carried out, following recommendations [ 16 ]; an evident mandibular left displacement was detected during the mouth opening/closure movements.…”
Section: Case Reportmentioning
confidence: 99%