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Nasal Septum changes with MARPE treatment
Studies involving the evaluation of upper airway changes with MARPE expansion have reported a significant increase in nasal airway volume and nasopharyngeal volume with treatment. Nasal septum deviation was reported to decrease withMARPE expansion
What Happens to Nasal Septum during MARPE treatment?
Dr.Koval has recently introduced a new 3D-designed and 3D-printed guide that helps improve MARPE midfacial expansion. The guide is used during a procedure called a 3D guided mid-palatal piezocorticotomy, which carefully creates small cuts in specific spots. These cuts are placed in a way that targets the base of the nasal septum (the wall inside the nose), making it easier to separate it from the upper jaw bones and maintaining its aligned position.
The Benefits of 3D guided Midpalatal piezocorticotomy combined with MARPE?
In the past, using MARPE expansion for adults—especially men over 20—was thought to be unreliable. Instead, doctors often recommended other surgeries to help improve nasal airflow and treat breathing problems related to sleep. For this age group, different versions of a procedure called piezocorticotomy have been suggested.
Another option, called SARPE (surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion), is often combined with a surgery called Le Fort I osteotomy to adjust the size, shape, and position of the upper jaw. Studies have shown that SARPE with Le Fort I can help young adults with sleep apnea. But now, MARPE is becoming a less-invasive and well-established solution.
The technique developed by Dr.Svitlana Koval has worked well for adults over 18—both men and women. It has been able to separate the upper jaw bones (maxillary crests) by more than 5 mm. Using the guided midpalatal piezocorticotomy has important benefits, like preventing the nasal septum from shifting to one side, avoiding uneven nasal cavity growth, stopping the base of the upper jaw from rolling, and keeping the bite plane (where the teeth meet) level.
Why consider 3D guided Midpalatal Piezocorticotomy with MARPE?
For those considering airway orthodontic treatment with facial symmetry, improved nasal breathing, nasal septum preservation, post rhinoplasty and septoplasty treatment, 3D guided midpalatal piezocorticotomy combined with MARPE approach is highly beneficial. This approach was designed by Dr.Svitlana Koval and highly beenfits those pateitns who already attempted to improve their nasal breathign with septoplasty, rhinoplasty or turbinate reduction.
Take the First Step Towards Better Health
If you're an adult struggling with airway issues or simply looking to enhance your overall health, orthodontic treatment could be the solution you need. Dr. Svitlana Koval in Boca Raton is dedicated to helping patients achieve both aesthetic and health-related goals through personalized MARPE treatment. Don't wait any longer to improve your quality of life—call (954) 600-2056 today to schedule an appointment and start your journey towards better airway health and a brighter smile.