3D volumetric analysis of upper airway changes following orthognathic surgery

MA and MMA significantly increase upper airway dimensions and are effective treatment strategies for oropharyngeal airway deficiencies in Class II patients. Minor mandibular setbacks (< 4.05 mm), especially when combined with maxillary advancement, appear to preserve airway volume in Class III patients. These findings highlight the importance of individualized virtual planning to optimize both functional and aesthetic outcomes, while recognizing the limitations of using static CBCT imaging to assess dynamic airway function.

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Head & Face Medicine
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2025-11-24
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13005-025-00557-y
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
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3D volumetric analysis of upper airway changes following orthognathic surgery

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3D volumetric analysis of upper airway changes following orthognathic surgery

Sarah Bühling, Stephani V. Cleanthous, Lukas Benedikt Seifert, Florian M. Thieringer, Britt-­Isabelle Berg, Michelle Klos, Sead Abazi, Robert Sader
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Abstract

MA and MMA significantly increase upper airway dimensions and are effective treatment strategies for oropharyngeal airway deficiencies in Class II patients. Minor mandibular setbacks (< 4.05 mm), especially when combined with maxillary advancement, appear to preserve airway volume in Class III patients. These findings highlight the importance of individualized virtual planning to optimize both functional and aesthetic outcomes, while recognizing the limitations of using static CBCT imaging to assess dynamic airway function.

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Goethe University Frankfurt (DE), University of Basel (CH), University Hospital of Basel (CH), University Hospital Frankfurt (DE)
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