Abstract
The establishment of normal stomatognathic function and an acceptable facial appearance is considered an important treatment goal in orthodontics. The patient, who demonstrated posterior crossbites and jaw deviation, underwent treatment with a combined orthodontic-surgical approach utilizing maxillary transverse distraction osteogenesis, Le Fort I osteotomy, and bilateral SSRO. The smoothness of the masticatory jaw-closing movement and three-dimensional facial configuration were compared pre- and post-treatment. Correction of the posterior crossbites enabled the patient to perform smoother jaw-closing movements during chewing. Additionally, asymmetry in the morphology of the chin, cheek, and lips was reduced. These favorable changes in masticatory jaw movement kinematics and three-dimensional evaluation of the face justify the application of surgical-orthodontic treatment to improve jaw function and facial appearance.
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