| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3162764 | Mondo Ortodontico | 2011 | 17 Pages |
Abstract
Mouth breathing alters the anatomy of the nasal cavity and maxilla and the function of the middle ear. Rapid maxillary expansion increases the transverse dimensions of the maxilla, enlarges the nasal cavity, and improves Eustachian tube function. The result is improved breathing and the reduction of conductive hearing loss.
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Authors
M. Baroni, F. Ballanti, P. Cozza,