NON-SURGICAL RAPID MAXILLARY EXPANSION WITH MINI-IMPLANTS IN ADULTS: A NARRATIVE REVIEW.

Cardozo A.K.; Carruitero M.J. · Journal of Oral Research (2022) · DOI: 10.17126/joralres.2022.064

Resumen

Introduction: In recent years, rapid maxillary expansion (RME) in prepubertal growth stages has been deeply investigated; however, its study has recently been increasing in adults without need for surgery. Material and Methods: At this stage, maxillary deficiencies can be treated with skeletally supported expanders with various device designs proposed by authors, with their own work protocols. Results: RME in adults can result in substantial expansion similar to that obtained in patients who have not yet completed the ossification of the mid-palatal suture, so it could be considered a favorable treatment alternative to correct crossbites and transverse deficiency of the maxilla. Conclusion: The objective of this review is to present the results reported in the scientific literature about RME in adults between 18 to 60 years of age.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional de Trujillo; Universidad Católica Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo