Aesthetic components of index of orthodontic treatment need in Serbian adolescents

Abstract

Background / Aim. The biggest motivating factor for undertaking of orthodontic treatment is poor dental aesthetics, as a consequence of occlusal abnormalities. The aim of this study is to determine the need for orthodontic treatment on the basis of aesthetic componentsof IOTN index (the index of orthodontic treatment need), to compare the degree of aesthetic component of IOTN and subjective perception of individuals about their dental aesthetics, and to compare the evaluation of the aesthetic component of IOTN subject in comparison with evaluation of the therapist. Methods. The study was conducted on a sample of 316 students, age 15-19 years old, who were not in orthodontic treatment prior to the survey. The research was done by the usage of the index of orthodontic treatment need (IOTN)which consists of dental and aesthetic components on the basis of which the need for therapy is determined. The aesthetic component of the index was noted by the therapist (specialist of orthodontics), as well as subject himself. Results. According to grades of subjects the need for orthodontic treatment is present with 0.38 % of male subjects and 2.00 % of female subjects. According to evaluations of the therapists, the need for orthodontic treatment is present in 7.52 % of male subjects and 8.00% of female subjects. Observing all subjects , the need for orthodontic treatment is present in 0.63% of subjects, and according to the therapist the need for orthodontic treatment is present in 7.59% of subjects. The mentioned difference is statistically significant. Conclusion. Obtained results show that there is a significant difference about the dental aesthetics and the need for orthodontic treatment between the subjects and therapists. This can be a cause for concern, because patients who are not aware of their orthodontic abnormality can limit the need for further treatment.

The Need for Orthodontic Therapy forChildren and Adolescents in the Health Center Mostar According to the IOTN Index

“…Therapists assessed that the need for orthodontic therapy was present in 7.52% of male respondents and 8% of females, while the respondents, who assessed themselves, believed that therapy was only needed in 0.38% of males and 2% of females (13). These results indicate that there is a difference between the subjective criteria of the respondents who have a different perception of esthetics, versus the objective criteria of the therapist, which are clearly and expertly defined.…”

Autopercepción De La Necesidad De Tratamiento De Ortodoncia en La Ciudad De Loja - Ecuador, 2021.

“…La autopercepción y la conciencia de la imagen corporal de uno mismo pueden aumentar con la edad, las personas adultas tienden a ser más conscientes de su apariencia que una población comparativamente más joven como los escolares (23). Por ejemplo, en el presente estudio la mayoría de las personas encuestadas pertenecían a un grupo etario joven, predominando las edades ente los 18 y 44 años, teniendo en cuenta este rango de edad, se puede comparar con los resultados obtenidos en el estudio realizado por Cai, Du Lin a 348 estudiantes de la universidad de Wenzhou en China con un rango de edad de 17 y 24 años, el 89.9% no tenían necesidad de tratamiento, 6.6% necesidad moderada y 3.4% necesidad definitiva de tratamiento de ortodoncia (9), estos datos son similares a los del estudio de manifestó no sentir necesidad de tratamiento ortodóntico, el 4.11% una necesidad moderada y el 0.63% manifestó percibir una gran necesidad de tratamiento (24).…”

Validation of the translated and cross-culturally adapted Malocclusion Impact Questionnaire in young people seeking orthodontic treatment in Serbia

“…The moderate to weak correlation was expected according to previous findings. The subjective health related QOL measure do not necessarily correlate with objective findings [4,24]. Also, malocclusion has a more of emotional and social impact compared to the oral symptoms and functional limitations [25].…”

“…However, orthodontic treatment could also improve oral functions [2] and oral health [3]. Demand for orthodontic treatment and treatment outcome satisfaction is not necessarily in correlation with the objective malocclusion records and the clinician's opinion [4]. Moreover, insight into the patients' perception of the malocclusion impact on different aspects of their life might be beneficial in the treatment decision-making process and treatment outcome considerations [5].…”