Diagnóstico funcional y su importancia en las maloclusiones

Abstract

In this monograph the results of a bibliographic review have been presented about how a correct and thorough anatomical-functional diagnosis should be made and its importance; especially functional disorders in the child, on the stomatognathic apparatus, which will be more serious the earlier they appear and the more persistent and prolonged their period of action. From the knowledge of the state of anatomical-functional balance of the stomatognathic system, from the correct application of maneuvers for its functional evaluation, it will be possible to arrive at a comprehensive diagnosis of the patient, which will allow us to carry out in many cases the prevention of malocclusions and in others achieve more successful treatment.