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Evaluation of transverse and sagittal maxillary arch dimensions in growing subjects with Class II Division 1 and Division 2 malocclusion: a retrospective cross-sectional study.

Frontiers in dental medicine · Vinjolli F, Marinelli G, Frakulla R, Bassi P, Inchingolo F, Inchingolo AM, Palermo A, Inchingolo AD, Dipalma G · 2026-07-22

Researchers compared maxillary arch dimensions in 60 growing children with Class II Division 1, Class II Division 2, and Class I malocclusions using digital models. Both Class II groups showed narrower transverse dimensions, with Class II Division 2 additionally displaying shorter arch length.

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