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Study casts in orthognathic surgery do each EXCEPT u2014 which is the EXCEPTION?

  1. Construct splints
  2. Determine postoperative occlusion
  3. Identify the type of skeletal deformity
  4. Aid in explaining the procedure to the patient
  5. Perform model surgery
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Correct answer: C. Identify the type of skeletal deformity

Study casts enable model surgery, splint fabrication, and postoperative occlusion planning. However, identifying the TYPE of skeletal deformity requires cephalometric radiographs or CBCT combined with clinical exam u2014 casts only show dental occlusion and arch form.

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