This prospective study aimed to evaluate effects of surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME) on the color, maxillary anterior teeth by comparing them with untreated control group.
Who can participate
Age range16 Years – 25 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Inclusion criteria for the study group:
Young adult patients with completed growth and development,
Presence of maxillary transverse deficiency greater than 5 mm,
Patients with bilateral or unilateral posterior crossbite,
Absence of congenital tooth loss, fractures, restorative procedures, or root canal treatment in the maxillary arch,
Good patient cooperation.
Inclusion criteria for the control group:
Young adult patients with no history of orthodontic treatment,
Absence of congenital tooth loss, fractures, restorative procedures, or root canal treatment in the maxillary anterior teeth.
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Exclusion Criteria:
* Exclusion criteria for both groups:
Patients consuming more than two cups of coffee or tea per day,
Patients who smoke,
Presence of systemic disorders that interfere with surgical procedures or bone metabolism,
Patients with craniofacial deformities or syndromic conditions,
Patients with poor cooperation.