First Cervical Vertebra (Atlas) belongs to the Atlantoaxial joint which
connects the base of the skull to the spine. It plays a highly significant role in the
growth and function of the craniofacial complex. Atlas has function-anatomical
interrela
tionship with the TMJ. That means the Axis is involved in the
morphogenetic and function of the jaws.
Aim To investigate the relationship of Atlas's dimensions with jaws rotation
in adult orthodontically non-treated subjects using CBCT scan.
