Quantitative Evaluation of Skeletal, Dental, and Soft Tissue Changes After Orthognathic Surgery: A Cephalometric and Statistical Analysis

<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Combining orthognathic surgery with orthodontic therapy is a crucial approach for correcting severe dentofacial deformities that orthodontics alone cannot address. This study aimed to quantify skeletal, dental, and soft tissue alterations following orthognathic surgery and to assess correlations among cephalometric parameters to improve understanding of treatment outcomes. <b>Methods:</b> A prospective observational study was conducted on 25 Romanian patients (44% female and 56% male; median age, 28 years) who underwent orthognathic surgery. Standardized pre- and postoperative lateral cephalometric radiographs were analyzed using WebCeph 2.0.0 software. The evaluated parameters included the SNA angle (sella-nasion-point A, indicating maxillary position), SNB angle (sella-nasion-point B, indicating mandibular position), ANB angle (maxillo-mandibular relationship), Pog-N-Perp (distance from pogonion to the nasion-perpendicular line), U1-NA° (inclination of the upper incisor relative to the maxillary base), L1-NB° (inclination of the lower incisor relative to the mandibular base), nasolabial angle, and facial convexity. Statistical analyses included paired <i>t</i>-tests and correlation analysis. <b>Results:</b> Significant anterior repositioning of the maxilla was observed, with SNA increasing from 83.6° to 86.3° (<i>p</i> = 0.019). The SNB angle remained stable, while ANB increased toward normalized sagittal relationships (0.9° to 3.0°, <i>p</i> = 0.060). Soft tissue analysis revealed a slight increase in the nasolabial angle (102° to 105°) and improved facial convexity. Strong correlations were found between skeletal parameters (SNB and ANB, r = -0.852, <i>p</i> < 0.001) and between skeletal and dental variables (ANB and L1-NB°, r = 0.652, <i>p</i> < 0.001), confirming coordinated skeletal-soft tissue adaptation. <b>Conclusions:</b> Orthognathic surgery significantly enhances skeletal balance and facial harmony, particularly through maxillary advancement. The integration of virtual surgical planning and interdisciplinary collaboration improves accuracy, predictability, and patient-centered outcomes in surgical orthodontics.

Authors

Institutions

Publication Details

Journal
Journal of Clinical Medicine
Published
2025-10-17
DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14207336
Citations
2
Primary Topic
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Type
article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
3.35
Controls
|||
ALL TIME
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
article

Quantitative Evaluation of Skeletal, Dental, and Soft Tissue Changes After Orthognathic Surgery: A Cephalometric and Statistical Analysis

Mălina Popa, Camelia Szuhanek, Alexandru Cătălin Motofelea, Şerban Talpoş et al.
2 citations
Journal of Clinical Medicine
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
3.35
article

Quantitative Evaluation of Skeletal, Dental, and Soft Tissue Changes After Orthognathic Surgery: A Cephalometric and Statistical Analysis

Mălina Popa, Camelia Szuhanek, Alexandru Cătălin Motofelea, Şerban Talpoş, Andra-Alexandra Stăncioiu, Robert-Paul Avrămuț
article en
2 citations

Abstract

<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Combining orthognathic surgery with orthodontic therapy is a crucial approach for correcting severe dentofacial deformities that orthodontics alone cannot address. This study aimed to quantify skeletal, dental, and soft tissue alterations following orthognathic surgery and to assess correlations among cephalometric parameters to improve understanding of treatment outcomes. <b>Methods:</b> A prospective observational study was conducted on 25 Romanian patients (44% female and 56% male; median age, 28 years) who underwent orthognathic surgery. Standardized pre- and postoperative lateral cephalometric radiographs were analyzed using WebCeph 2.0.0 software. The evaluated parameters included the SNA angle (sella-nasion-point A, indicating maxillary position), SNB angle (sella-nasion-point B, indicating mandibular position), ANB angle (maxillo-mandibular relationship), Pog-N-Perp (distance from pogonion to the nasion-perpendicular line), U1-NA° (inclination of the upper incisor relative to the maxillary base), L1-NB° (inclination of the lower incisor relative to the mandibular base), nasolabial angle, and facial convexity. Statistical analyses included paired <i>t</i>-tests and correlation analysis. <b>Results:</b> Significant anterior repositioning of the maxilla was observed, with SNA increasing from 83.6° to 86.3° (<i>p</i> = 0.019). The SNB angle remained stable, while ANB increased toward normalized sagittal relationships (0.9° to 3.0°, <i>p</i> = 0.060). Soft tissue analysis revealed a slight increase in the nasolabial angle (102° to 105°) and improved facial convexity. Strong correlations were found between skeletal parameters (SNB and ANB, r = -0.852, <i>p</i> < 0.001) and between skeletal and dental variables (ANB and L1-NB°, r = 0.652, <i>p</i> < 0.001), confirming coordinated skeletal-soft tissue adaptation. <b>Conclusions:</b> Orthognathic surgery significantly enhances skeletal balance and facial harmony, particularly through maxillary advancement. The integration of virtual surgical planning and interdisciplinary collaboration improves accuracy, predictability, and patient-centered outcomes in surgical orthodontics.

Journal of Clinical MedicineVol. 14(20)
Victor Babeș University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timișoara (RO)
Openalex Percentile: Top 8%
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
3.35
AI Navigator

Ask Laika to Summarize, Analyze, and Connect papers live on the map.

Summarize Papers & Methodologies

Extract key findings, datasets, and comparative methods across publications.

Benchmark Rankings & Visual Analytics

Rank top research institutions, authors, funders, topics, and journals by Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and paper volume with instant charts.

Connect Distant Disciplines

Bridge topological clusters on the map to find hidden collaborative intersections.