Analysis of skeletal mandibular abnormalities associated with cervicofacial lymphatic malformations

Abstract

Cervicofacial lymphatic malformations in the "beard" distribution are associated with significant bony abnormalities leading to both functional and aesthetic sequelae. Our study is the first quantitative analysis of these changes. This is the first step in planning for dentofacial orthopedics, orthodontics, and orthognathic surgery.