Extraction of premolars in orthodontic treatment does not negatively affect upper airway volume and minimum cross-sectional area: a systematic review with meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Extraction of premolars is usually prescribed for the orthodontic treatment of cases with inadequate space within the dental arch or when anterior teeth retraction is indicated; however, it has been advocated that this treatment approach could negatively influence the airways.

Objective

To identify and critically appraise studies of premolar extractions during orthodontic treatment on upper airway dimensions. Search methods: Electronic unrestricted searches in nine databases until October 2024. Selection criteria: Clinical studies on humans comparing comprehensive orthodontic treatment with versus without the extraction of premolars using cone-beam computed tomography to assess upper airway volume or minimum cross-sectional area (minCSA). Data collection and analy

SUBMITTER: Papageorgiou SN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11891658 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature