Mechanics of facial growth in young patients

Authors

  • P Defabianis Department of Surgical Sciences, C.I.R. Dental School – Section of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Turin, Turin
  • E Carli Department of Surgical, Medical and Molecular Pathology and Critical Care Medicine, University of Pisa, Pisa
  • C Cogo Department of Surgical Sciences, C.I.R. Dental School – Section of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Turin, Turin
  • R Ninivaggi Department of Surgical Sciences, C.I.R. Dental School – Section of Paediatric Dentistry, University of Turin, Turin

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23804/ejpd.2022.23.04.06

Keywords:

Biomechanics, Bone remodelling, Facial growth, Masticatory muscles, Children

Abstract

AIM: The aim of this work is to focus on the impact of occlusion on facial development. METHODS: Literature was searched using Medline, Embase and Cochrane Library. The key words and mesh used were bone remodelling, facial growth, masticatory muscles, children. Only articles written in English were included in the study. CONCLUSION: Disturbances in the harmonious interplay of the masticatory muscles may result in facial alteration and asymmetries. If not treated, the dysplastic pattern of growth continues and worsens with time.