Functional Masticatory Angle and Hyoid Bone Position: A Pilot Study on Occlusal Symmetry and Morphofunctional Adaptation.

ABSTRACT: Background: The hyoid bone is a key anatomical structure involved in the functional coordination of the stomatognathic system. Although its position may vary in response to masticatory patterns, its relationship with functional occlusion remains insufficiently studied in orthodontics. Objective: This pilot study aimed to explore the association between masticatory type and hyoid bone position and to assess the clinical utility of the Functional Masticatory Angle of Planas (AFMP) in classifying masticatory patterns. Materials and Methods: A descriptive, observational, cross-sectional study was conducted with 18 patients. Right and left AFMPs were measured using standardized intraoral photographs, and hyoid bone position was assessed via panoramic radiographs, classified

SUBMITTER: Sigwald-Serpa L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12563113 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature