Year : 2019

Volume : Volume 10

Issue : Issue 1s

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Ramanpal Singh Makkad.
ramanpalsmakkad@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  Malocclusion is one of the most widespread oral health problems that the society is facing. There is increased concern for dental appearance during adolescents to early adulthood. Most of the malocclusion can be corrected if detected early by correctional methods. This study is to know the prevalence of malocclusion and orthodontic treatment needs among 12-15yr old school children of Bilaspur. Materials and Methods: A total of 351 study subjects were selected based on convenience sampling and examination was carried out under natural light and data was recorded using WHO Proforma 1997. The collected data was subjected to statistical analysis using SPSS16. Results: Out of the 351 children examined, 46.2% were boys & 53.8% were girls and their mean age was 13.89yrs. One and two segment crowding were seen in 24.5% & 11.4% respectively. Normal molar relation was seen in 80.3% of children. Definite, severe and very severe or handicapping malocclusion was seen in 9.7%, 4.3% & 3.4% of children respectively. There is no statistically significant difference in malocclusion status between boys and girls. Conclusion: Only 4.3% and 3.4% of children required highly desirable and mandatory orthodontic treatment needs.

Keywords: Malocclusion, Dental Aesthetic Index, Orthodontic Treatment needs.