The U-shaped osteotomy for the treatment of paranasal deficiencies

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The U-shaped osteotomy for the treatment of paranasal deficiencies

Contemporary aesthetic management of dentofacial deformities involves finding an optimal occlusal result with maximum harmony of the face. In cases where what we want to modify is the paranasal area (around the nose), this has traditionally been carried out by two methods: either mobilizing the maxillary bone (Le Fort I osteotomy), or using grafts, although...

Dieting and bad breath

Today, hyperproteic fast diets have become popular to eliminate weight quickly. Every year, and increasingly, people seek to lose weight as quickly as possible before summer, without taking into consideration the possible consequences of losing a few kilos without medical control. According to our Periodontist, Dr. Vanessa Ruiz Magaz, one of those unwanted consequences is...

Why we shouldn’t drink with a straw after our orthognathic surgery

After oral or maxillofacial surgery, the most normal thing is to spend some time with a liquid diet, since the opening of the mouth is minimal, although with the right exercises there is a noticeable gradual improvement. There are many forums where people who have undergone orthognathic or other surgeries share their experiences and advice...

¿Crees que tienes una mordida abierta?

La mordida abierta es una alteración facial que se define por la imposibilidad de cerrar los dientes frontales o posteriores. Esto es, no existe el contacto entre los dientes anteriores o posteriores de la arcada superior con los anteriores o posteriores de la inferior. La estética, en los casos de mordida abierta, se ve afectada...