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Malocclusion and Scoliosis: Is There a Correlation?
Sabina Saccomanno1, Stefano Saran2, Licia Coceani Paskay3
1Orthodontic Residency, Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100 L'Aquila, Italy.
Journal of Personalized Medicine
|August 25, 2023
Summary
This study suggests a link between scoliosis and malocclusion, especially when these conditions run in families. Early screening by dentists and orthopedists is recommended to detect both spinal and dental issues.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics and Dental Science
- Investigating the multifactorial etiology of spinal deformities.
Background:
- Scoliosis is a complex spinal malformation with multifactorial causes.
- While a link between scoliosis and malocclusion is suggested, the interaction is not fully understood.
- Malocclusion involves abnormal alignment of teeth, stemming from dental or skeletal issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the relationship between scoliosis and malocclusion.
- To explore potential correlations between family history and the presence of these conditions.
Main Methods:
- A bilingual survey was administered to 646 patients (447 with scoliosis, 199 without) from dental and orthopedic practices.
- The anonymous questionnaire comprised 13 questions to investigate potential links.
- Data was collected using Google Forms, with 22 participants excluded due to incomplete responses.
Main Results:
- Univariate analysis revealed significant correlations between scoliosis and family history of scoliosis, presence of malocclusion, and family history of malocclusion.
- Multivariate analysis identified family history of scoliosis and family history of malocclusion as the strongest predictors of scoliosis.
- The direct question 'Do you have malocclusion?' lost statistical significance in the multivariate model.
Conclusions:
- The study reinforces a potential connection between malocclusion and scoliosis.
- Recommends early screening for both conditions by dentists and orthopedists.
- Early detection may prevent severe progression requiring extensive therapy or surgery.
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