Effects of maxillary expansion and protraction on pharyngeal airway dimensions in relation to changes in head posture and hyoid position

ConclusionWhile expansion and FM treatment did not affect the head posture and hyoid bone position, positive effects were observed in the hypopharyngeal airway region.
Source: Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics/Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research