Affiliation:
1. Bezmialem Vakif University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics , Istanbul , Türkiye
2. Bezmialem Vakif University, Faculty of Dentistry , Istanbul , Türkiye
Abstract
Abstract
Objectives
To investigate the impact of Angle Class I, Class II, and Class III malocclusions on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQOL) in children aged 11 to 14 years.
Methods
The Turkish version of the Child Perception Questionnaire 11-14 (CPQ11-14) was administered to 83 individuals with a Class I malocclusion, 111 individuals with a Class II Division 1 malocclusion, and 63 individuals with a Class III malocclusion. The CPQ11-14 was used to evaluate the OHRQOL of children aged between 11 and 14 years. The questionnaire consisted of 37 questions which evaluated oral symptoms, functional limitations, emotional well-being, and social well-being.
Results
No statistically significant difference was observed between the groups in relation to the individual’s CPQ11-14 total scores and subscale scores for oral symptoms, functional limitations, and emotional well-being (p > 0.05), except for the social wellbeing subscale. Patients with a Class III malocclusion had significantly higher social well-being scores compared to individuals with a Class I malocclusion.
Conclusions
A Class III malocclusion may negatively impact on the social well-being of adolescents. Early diagnosis of a Class III malocclusion and the application of early orthopaedic treatment may prevent the negative impact on a child’s social well-being.
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