Facial structures, as well as their functions and correlations, have been extensively
studied to expand the knowledge of craniofacial growth and development and to optimize
growth predictions and proper indications of orthodontic and surgical treat
ments. The
cranial base forms the boundaries of the craniofacial complex . The nasomaxillary
complex is related to the anterior cranial base, whereas the mandible is related to its
posterior portion. Therefore, the shape of the cranial base is an important factor in
establishing the position of the maxilla and mandible. Aim: to investigate the relationship
of cranial base with jaws rotation in adult orthodontically non-treated subjects using Cone-
Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scan. Materials and methods: 27 Caucasian adult
patients with no prior orthodontics treatment were selected (16 males, 11 females)
.Cephalometric measurements determining type of jaw rotation were performed according
to Björk's analysis. Pearson's Correlation Coefficient was calculated to investigate the
relationship between the CBCT cranial base measurements and Cephalometric
measurements determining type of jaw rotation . Results: This study reveal vary
correlation between CBCT measurements of cranial base's dimensions and jaws rotation.
Conclusions: There is no relationship between the cranial base morphology and Jaws
rotation in adult orthodontically non-treated subjects.
