Almuzian, M., Short, L., Isherwood, G., Al-Muzian, L. and McDonald, J. (2016) Rapid maxillary expansion: a review of appliance designs, biomechanics and clinical aspects. Orthodontic Update, 9(3), pp. 90-95. (doi: 10.12968/ortu.2016.9.3.90)
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Abstract
Rapid maxillary expansion (RME) is an orthopaedic procedure that utilizes heavy forces to correct transverse maxillary arch discrepancies. There is a substantial body of literature relating to the various designs of RME devices and their clinical indications. CPD/Clinical Relevance: To provide the dental practitioner and orthodontist with evidence-based facts about types, designs and uses of RME appliances and to promote understanding of their biomechanical effects.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | McDonald, Professor James and Short, Dr Laura |
| Authors: | Almuzian, M., Short, L., Isherwood, G., Al-Muzian, L., and McDonald, J. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School |
| Journal Name: | Orthodontic Update |
| Publisher: | Mark Allen Group |
| ISSN: | 1756-6401 |
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