Orthod Craniofac Res November 2017 PMID 28994495

Ankyloglossia as a risk factor for maxillary hypoplasia and soft palate elongation: A functional - morphological study.

A J Yoon, S Zaghi, S Ha, C S Law, C Guilleminault, S Y Liu

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Participants generally agree that the study highlights an important link between tongue mobility and facial structures, as seen in phrases like 'this could change treatment strategies' or 'a step forward in understanding facial development.' The tone is clinical and tentative, reflecting interest in potential applications but not deep engagement with methodological details.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings that tongue mobility influences facial development, though some nuances or limitations are debated.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, with some expressing interest in how the research could affect clinical practices or future studies.

EngagementNeutral engagement

The discussions are somewhat superficial, with few detailed analyses or questions about methodology or implications.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests the article may have meaningful implications for dental and surgical approaches, but discussions are generally cautious and exploratory.

Abstract in brief

  • This study found that limited tongue mobility, measured by TRMR and Kotlow tests, is linked to narrower maxillary arches and longer soft palates, indicating that restricted tongue movement can influence facial structure development.
  • The associations include ratios of maxillary width to arch length and soft palate length, but no connection was observed with hyoid bone position or skeletal classification.
  • Overall, the research suggests that differences in tongue mobility may play a role in shaping maxillofacial features, highlighting the importance of tongue function in facial development.]

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Alejandro Tovar
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#medicinadentaldelsueño Anquiloglosia como factor de riesgo de hipoplasia maxilar y alargamiento del paladar blando: un estudio morfológico funcional https://t.co/draFEjxWcQ

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Alejandro Tovar
@tovarlozada · X

#medicinadentaldelsueño Anquiloglosia como factor de riesgo de hipoplasia maxilar y alargamiento del paladar blando: un estudio morfológico funcional https://t.co/draFEjxWcQ

Jan 3, 2020 · 201 followers View post →