In this study, we analized the electromiografic activity of some of the facial muscles (masseter and orbicular in patients affected by OSAS (III and IV class). The results evidenced a significant increment of the electromiografic activity of the examined muscles. The authors assume a possibility of facial muscles' hypertrophy due to hyperstimulation during nocturnal rest which determines an alteration of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ). Moreover, the muscles cause a microretroposition which leads to a reduction of the Posterior Airway Space (PAS) at the level of the hypopharynx.
Morphological and functional alteration of facial muscle and temporo mandibular joint due to OSAS
Di Stadio A
2001-01-01
Abstract
In this study, we analized the electromiografic activity of some of the facial muscles (masseter and orbicular in patients affected by OSAS (III and IV class). The results evidenced a significant increment of the electromiografic activity of the examined muscles. The authors assume a possibility of facial muscles' hypertrophy due to hyperstimulation during nocturnal rest which determines an alteration of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ). Moreover, the muscles cause a microretroposition which leads to a reduction of the Posterior Airway Space (PAS) at the level of the hypopharynx.File in questo prodotto:
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