Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Mandibular Advancement

Moving a retruded mandible forward to a normal position. It is commonly performed for malocclusion and retrognathia. (From Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

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Abstract

Moving a retruded mandible forward to a normal position. It is commonly performed for malocclusion and retrognathia. (From Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

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  • Advancement, Mandibular

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  • Mandible/surgery (1973-1996)

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  1. E04w.545.500
  2. E06w.645.500
  3. E06w.658w.280

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Mandibular Advancement. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D019186. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D019186
  2. Mandibular Advancement. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q72368042