The purpose of this study was to systematically review the literature regarding the
prevalence of malocclusion and different orthodontic features in children and adolescents …

Background: The high prevalence of malocclusion is a public health problem in the world
and the third priority in oral care. Numerous primary studies have presented reports on the …

Background: Of the various malocclusions, unilateral posterior crossbite has often been
associated to skeletal and muscular asymmetrical growth and function. Objective: To assess …

Malocclusion is a common oral disease affecting children with various reported prevalence
rates. This meta-analysis aimed to determine the epidemiological characteristics of …

Introduction In this study, we aimed to assess the relationship between normative and
perceived orthodontic treatment need associated with quality of life, self-esteem, and self …

Objective To investigate the effects of dental/skeletal malocclusion and orthodontic treatment
on four main objective parameters of chewing and jaw function (maximum occlusal bite force …

This review examines a prevalent condition with multifaceted etiology encompassing
genetic, environmental, and oral behavioral factors. It stands as a significant ailment …

Oral health is an essential component of overall health for all individuals. The oral health of
children and youth with developmental disabilities (CYDD) involves unique characteristics …

Objectives To evaluate the relationship between dental malocclusion and speech to
understand the etiology of speech sound disorders (SSD) in schoolchildren and to make a …

Background Malocclusions in adolescents might have a negative impact on oral health-
related quality of life (OHRQoL). Potential confounding variables (confounders) such as age …