Study of Morphological Changes in the Inferior Turbinate After Le Fort I Osteotomy

Conclusions: After Le Fort I osteotomy, the volume of inferior turbinate tissue decreased in proportion to the amount of elevation of the maxilla. Although the soft tissue volume may be reduced due to adaptation of respiratory function, the inferior nasal passage was not completely ventilated in the high elevation group. If the elevation exceeds 4.0 mm counterclockwise with maxillary movement, it is necessary to consider the concomitant inferior turbinate resection because it may lead to nasal obstruction.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Brief Clinical Studies Source Type: research