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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Dentistry
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Malocclusion's physical effects are known, but its psychological impact is increasingly studied.
  • Individuals with malocclusion may face diminished quality of life (QoL) and oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL).
  • Appearance-related bullying and impaired body image are potential consequences of dental misalignment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review the relationship between malocclusion and anxiety/depression.
  • To examine how dentofacial deviations affect psychological well-being.
  • To understand malocclusion's role in the development of anxiety and depression.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of contemporary scholarship.
  • Analysis of studies examining dentofacial deviations and psychological health.
  • Synthesis of evidence on the correlation between malocclusion and mental health outcomes.

Main Results:

  • A modest body of evidence suggests a correlation between pronounced malocclusion and increased anxiety and depression.
  • Malocclusion can influence social functioning and treatment-seeking behavior.
  • Dentofacial disharmony is associated with altered self-perception and reduced OHRQoL.

Conclusions:

  • Malocclusion may be a contributing factor to anxiety and depression, extending beyond oral health.
  • Adverse psychosocial impacts of malocclusion increase the risk for mental health issues.
  • Clinicians should consider psychological aspects and interdisciplinary approaches in treating malocclusion.