The Multiharmony Concept For The Cephalometric Evaluation Of Craniofacial Patterns

All the analysis of craniofacialpatterns is essential since a considerable amountof dental compensation can mask the severity of a malocclusion. Disagreement prevails over the standards that should be used to judge the individual values.In this study, a method is presented—the multiharmony method [MHM], which assists in treatment planning.The approach was applied to a data set of 75 Syrian adults [35 males and 40 females, mean age 23 years] that had not received orthodontic treatment. They were selected frompatients enrolled at Tishreen University Dental colleage, Lattakia, Syria. The subjects had an ideal or near-ideal occlusion [Class I molar relationship, not more than 4 mm overbite and overjet, and no missing teeth] and a well-balanced face.With multiple regression analysis, the expected value that each angle should take in a norm individual when the remaining angles are given is estimated. The residual difference between the measured angle and its expected value then indicates the deviation from a harmonic appearance in the respective angle. The MHM can serves as a supportive tool for the orthodontic expert in the diagnosiss and decision for potential treatment.