Distribution of malocclusion types among thumb suckers seeking orthodontic treatment.
J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent
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2008 ; 26 Suppl 3(): S114-7
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in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-115107
ABSTRACT
The present study was conducted to evaluate the influence of thumb sucking and its duration on the type of malocclusion. A total of 410 North Indian individuals between ages 12-30 years, 161 males and 249 females were examined. A specially designed proforma was used to record the detailed history of the individual. Among the etiological factors it was found that history of thumb sucking was present in 13.9% and significantly related to Class II div 1 malocclusion. When thumb sucking exceeded 18 months, it was found statistically significant (P < 0.1) in Class II skeletal malocclusion, in open bite (P < 0.1) and in extreme overjet (P < 0.5). CONCLUSION:
If thumb sucking is not treated early, it can cause skeletal Class II malocclusion, anterior open bite and excessive overjet.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Female
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Humans
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Male
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Child
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Open Bite
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Young Adult
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Fingersucking
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Malocclusion, Angle Class I
Language:
English
Journal:
J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent
Journal subject:
Dentistry
Year:
2008
Type:
Article
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