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Comparative study of molar and incisor bite forces regarding deciduous, mixed, and definitive dentition
Arturo Manns1, Víctor Rojas2, Nicolás Van Diest3
1Department of Restorative Dentistry and Oral Function, Universidad De Los Andes, Santiago, Chile.
Abstract:
Objective: To compare maximum incisor (MBFinc) and molar (MBFmol) bite forces regarding the type of dentition and sex and to establish a relationship between them.Methods: One hundred-five individuals were divided into 3 groups: G1 - 22 females/13 males (4-5 years); G2 - 15 females/20 males (11-12 years); and G3 - 16 females/19 males (17- 18 years). The maximum bite force was recorded with an extraoral measuring device. Three measurements were recorded: right and left molar level (MBFmol) and incisor level (MBFinc). The ratio %MBFinc/MBFmol was determined.Results: MBFmol and MBFinc values increased with age (p < 0.05). MBFmol showed statistically higher values than MBFinc (p < 0.05), when compared within the same group.Conclusion: MBFinc and MBFmol increased with age. For all groups, MBFmol showed higher values than MBFinc, and %MBFinc/MBFmol ratio was 1:2. No differences were found in maximum bite force between sexes.
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