Journal article
Maximal Mouth Opening in Infants: A Single-Group Prospective Cohort Study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Detection of mandibular range of motion variations in infants may allow for early diagnosis of pathologic conditions to the temporomandibular joint.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the normal ranges for maximal mouth opening (MMO) in healthy infants under 12 months of age.
Authors
Ahmadi H; El-Rabbany M; Shargo R; Ricalde P
Journal
Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vol. 82, No. 4, pp. 443–448
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
4 2024
DOI
10.1016/j.joms.2024.01.013
ISSN
0095-9618