Maxillary Retrusion

Maxillary retrusion is underdevelopment/retroposition of the maxilla, causing concave facial profile, Class III malocclusion, and dental crossbite. Treatment: orthodontic expansion/protraction in growing children; orthognathic surgery (Le Fort I maxillary advancement) in skeletally mature severe cases; restorative/dental compensation in mild; multidisciplinary orthodontic-surgical team; follow-up growth; functional appliances in children.

Common Symptoms

Concave profile; Class III malocclusion; anterior crossbite; midface deficiency

Causes and Pathogenesis

Congenital/cleft/syndromic causes maxillary hypoplasia/retrusion.

Treatment

Orthodontic expansion/protraction (children); orthognathic surgery (severe adults); restorative mild

Preventive Measures

Early orthodontic evaluation; treat cleft/syndromic disease.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Orthodontics/Oral-maxillofacial-surgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.