International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

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A Clinical Study on Prevalence of Malocclusion in the North-East Region of Bangladesh

Author(s) Dr. Mohammad Rafiqul Islam, Dr. Sayma Shahadat
Country Bangladesh
Abstract Background: Malocclusion has a greater impact on individuals and society in terms of discomfort and quality of life. Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of malocclusion among the chosen study population. Design: This was a Descriptive Cross-Sectional Survey. Duration: One year i.e. from January 2023 to January 2024. Setting: SOMC Dental Unit. Participants: 200 Consenting children belonging to the age group 8 - 15 years were included in the study. Methods: After obtaining both parents and children consent, all the children underwent detailed history taking and thorough oral clinical examination. Clean sets of mouth mirror and probes were used to examine the participants. Details of student’s name, age, sex were recorded. Clinical findings were noted. Data were presented in the form of statistical Tables and charts. SPSS software version 22 was used for statistical analysis. Results: The prevalence of malocclusion was more in females with 52% compared to male with 48%. The majority of them had contact point displacement with 27.3% and least was seen in Reverse over jet 1.52%. Conclusion: Overall prevalence of malocclusion was found to be high among the selected study population.
Keywords Incidence, Malocclusion, Class I, II, III, Periodontal, Dental
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-07-17
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.51602
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9t2fm

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