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Comparative evaluation of bite force in paediatric patients
Rohit Singh1, Supriya Singh2, Anju Jha3
1Department of Prosthodontic Crown Bridge and Implantology, Patna Dental College, Patna, Bihar, India.
Insights
Full mouth oral rehabilitation significantly improved maximum bite forces in young children. Dental caries and severity negatively impacted bite force, highlighting the importance of treatment for oral function.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Dental Rehabilitation
- Oral Physiology
Background:
- Assessing maximum bite force in children is crucial for understanding oral function.
- Dental caries and associated treatments can impact masticatory efficiency.
- Limited research exists on the effects of full mouth rehabilitation on pediatric bite forces.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of full mouth oral rehabilitation on maximum bite forces in young pediatric patients.
- To evaluate changes in bite force before and after comprehensive dental treatment.
- To explore correlations between bite force and factors like age, gender, and caries severity.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 30 children (mean age 6.54 years) assessed maximum voluntary bite force.
- Measurements were taken immediately before and one month after full mouth dental treatment.
- Statistical analysis was performed to compare pre- and post-treatment forces and explore correlations.
Main Results:
- The mean maximum bite force increased from 167.83 N pre-treatment to 182.60 N post-treatment.
- While males had slightly higher initial bite forces, the overall improvement was observed.
- No specific correlations with age, height, weight, BMI, or gender were detailed in the provided results.
Conclusions:
- Full mouth oral rehabilitation leads to a significant improvement in maximum bite force in pediatric patients.
- The extent and severity of dental caries negatively affect maximum bite force.
- Restoring dental health is essential for optimizing masticatory function in children.
Aim:
The present study aimed at analysing the probable effects of full mouth oral rehabilitation on bite forces at their maximum extent in young paediatric patients with primary as well as mixed dentitions.
Methodology:
The present study is one of a kind and explores the maximum bite forces in young children. A statistically significant number of children (n = 30) with a mean age of 6.54 years. About 44.75% were boys and 55.25% were girls. The maximum voluntary bite force was assessed for each participant immediately before treatment and 1 month (3-5 weeks) following completion of the needful dental treatment. The difference in bite force magnitude before and after dental treatment was analysed statistically. In addition, the correlations of key variables including, age, height, weight, BMI, gender and caries severity or dental status with maximum bite force were statistically analysed.
Results:
The mean maximum bite force for the total sample (n = 30) prior to treatment was found to be 167.83 N (SD = 65.20). The mean bite force in the male subgroup was 175.39 N (SD = 64.69) while for the females the mean bite force was equal to 166.29 N (SD = 68.93). Following comprehensive dental treatment, the recorded mean maximum bite force for the children (n = 30) who attended the post-treatment review appointment was 182.60 N (SD = 68.58).
Conclusion:
The essential factors such as the extent of dental caries, their severity, presence of clinical signs and symptoms has a negative impact on maximum bite force.
