en دهان و دندان Oral and Maxillofacial نامه به سر دبیر Letter to Editor <div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span new="" roman="" times=""><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cambria=""><span style="letter-spacing:-.1pt">Maximum Interincisal Opening (MIO) refers to the greatest distance between the upper and lower incisors when the mouth is opened fully. It is a measure of the range of motion in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and can provide insights into the function and health of the jaw. Following maxillofacial surgery, patients frequently experience restricted MIO for several reasons. Effective rehabilitation is essential for restoring both functional and esthetic outcomes. Normal MIO values generally range between 40 to 60 millimeters in adults. However, this can vary based on individual anatomy and age.&nbsp;</span></span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cambria=""><span style="letter-spacing:-.1pt">Conditions leading to decreased MIO include temporomandibular joint disorders, muscle disorders, dental issues, trauma, orthodontic issues, infections, and systemic conditions. If a decrease in MIO is observed, it is often advisable to seek evaluation from a dental or medical professional to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment</span></span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cambria=""><span style="letter-spacing:-.1pt">. This article discusses current strategies and advancements in the rehabilitation of MIO in patients who have undergone maxillofacial procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: justify;"></div> Patients, Rehabilitation, Temporomandibular Joint 85 87 http://jsurgery.bums.ac.ir/browse.php?a_code=A-10-423-7&slc_lang=en&sid=1 Somayyeh Ebrahimgol Ebrahimgol.somayeh@gmail.com 100319475328460010300 100319475328460010300 No Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran Mehrdad shahraki mehrdadshahraki7100@gmail.com 100319475328460010301 100319475328460010301 No Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran Sadra Amirpour haradasht sadraharadasht@gmail.com 100319475328460010302 100319475328460010302 Yes Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran