Nasal ventilation and rapid maxillary expansion (RME): a randomized trial

ConclusionsRME resulted in improvement of nasal skeletal parameters and simulated ventilation with the former being in favour of the HH and the latter not showing significant differences among the three appliances.LimitationAttrition in the K group due to blocked activation rods possibly leading to limited sample to identify any existing group differences.HarmsReplacement of blocked Keles expanders for finalizing treatment.ProtocolThe protocol was not published before the trial commencement.RegistrationAustralian and New Zealand Clinical Trial Registry; ACTRN12617001136392.
Source: The European Journal of Orthodontics - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research