๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
Condylar position and mandibular motion assessment with digital facebows Arcus Digma III before and after orthognathic surgery.
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 18 years or older (skeletally mature patients)
* Severe dentofacial deformity requiring combined orthodontic and orthognathic surgical treatment
* Presurgical orthodontic preparation completed or scheduled for orthognathic surgery
* Signed written informed consent prior to study enrollment
* Ability and willingness to attend all scheduled preoperative and postoperative follow-up visits
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of previous orthognathic or major craniofacial surgical interventions
* Congenital craniofacial anomalies, cleft lip and/or palate, or genetic syndromes affecting the musculoskeletal or facial skeleton
* Pre-existing severe degenerative temporomandibular joint disease (e.g., advanced osteoarthritis, idiopathic condylar resorption, or ankylosis)
* Systemic rheumatologic, autoimmune, or connective tissue disorders affecting bone and joint metabolism
* Active neurological or neuromuscular disorders affecting jaw movement or motor control
* Current use of medications significantly altering bone metabolism or neuromuscular function
* Pregnancy or lactation at the time of enrollment
* Severe unmanaged bruxism or acute trauma to the maxillofacial region within the past 12 months
Semmelweis University Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Budapest, Hungary
๐ค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ always decide together with your own doctor.