Maxillary Expansion may Increase Airway Dimensions and Improve Breathing

Article Title and Bibliographic InformationDoes rapid maxillary expansion have long-term effects on airway dimensions and breathing?Baratieri C, Alves M Jr, de Souza MM, de Souza Araújo MT, Maia LC.Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2011;140(2):146-56.ReviewerJorge L. Castillo, DDS, MSD, PhDPurpose/QuestionDoes rapid maxillary expansion have long-term effects on airway dimensions and breathing?Source of FundingInformation not availableType of Study/DesignSystematic reviewLevel of EvidenceLevel 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidenceStrength of Recommendation GradeGrade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidence