Whether orthodontic treatment can change the preferred chewing side (PCS) is unknown.
This study examined (1) if the PCS changes after orthodontic treatment and (2) which factors …

Objectives Evaluation of dynamic occlusal parameters can help dentists to understand the
association of occlusion with the preferred chewing side (PCS) and enable optimal …

Background The inclination of the occlusal plane (OP) is related to facial types and
experiences physiological growth-related changes. The aims of this research were to …

Materials and Methods: A 2-month cross-sectional (observational) study was performed on
76 healthy dentate subjects [24 males (31.6%) and 52 females (68.4%)] with a mean age of …

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to examine the relation between changes in the
condylar long axis and the chewing path before and after mandibular ramus osteotomy for …

Introduction: Normal mastication requires the coordinated action of many elements,
including teeth, salivary glands, tongue, and masticatory muscles. Dysfunction in any of …

In dentistry 3 aspects may lead to an improvement in the quality of life: pain reduction,
aesthetic adjustments, and improvement of masticatory performance. Only the improvement …

INTRODUCTION: Oral habits may interfere on the growth and development of the
stomatognathic system and orofacial myofunctional conditions, producing changes in the …

BACKGROUND: Dental malocclusion is present in all societies but its prevalence varies.
Identifying occlusal problems, their incidence and the need for treatment can help to …

To assess the prevalence of Angle's Malocclusion in relation to different age groups and
gender in general population. A cross sectional study was done at Dow Dental College …