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Relationship between mandibular deviation and ocular convergence.

A Monaco1, O Streni, M C Marci

  • 1Department of Odontostomatological Clinic, School of Dentistry, University of L'Aquila, Italy. annalisamonaco@yahoo.it

The Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|February 19, 2004
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Children with functional mandibular latero-deviation showed more ocular convergence defects. This highlights the link between jaw alignment and vision in pediatric patients, emphasizing interdisciplinary dental care.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Studies suggest a link between head posture, mandibular position, and visual focusing.
  • Ocular convergence is crucial for binocular vision, especially in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess ocular convergence defects in children with functional mandibular latero-deviation compared to healthy controls.
  • To investigate the relationship between mandibular position and visual function in a pediatric population.

Main Methods:

  • A case-controlled study involving 120 children (60 with functional mandibular latero-deviation, 60 controls).
  • Mandibular latero-deviation was diagnosed using clinical examination and tele-radiography.
  • All participants underwent standardized orthoptic tests performed by a single operator.

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Main Results:

  • Children with functional mandibular latero-deviation exhibited a higher frequency of ocular convergence defects compared to the control group.
  • The findings suggest a correlation between mandibular asymmetry and visual system deficits in pediatric subjects.

Conclusions:

  • Functional mandibular latero-deviation in children is associated with an increased prevalence of ocular convergence defects.
  • Pediatric dentistry plays a vital role in interdisciplinary cooperation for managing conditions affecting both oral structures and visual function.