Maxillary protraction for early orthopedic correction of skeletal Class III malocclusion.
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چکیده
The clinical use of combined maxillary expansion and protraction headgear is reviewed. The diagnostic considerations necessary for appropriate case selection are discussed. A description of appliance technique is provided in sufficient detail to familiarize the pediatric dentist with the associated clinical procedures.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Pediatric dentistry
دوره 15 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1993