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Clinical evaluation of facial soft-tissue profile using OCTA criteria in patients: A cross-sectional study
Sameer Chauhan1, Sunil Kumar Gulia2, Dhanuja Rani J3
1Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, K. M. Shah Dental College and Hospital, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
Abstract:
Facial soft-tissue profile plays a crucial role in determining facial esthetics and treatment outcomes in orthodontic patients. Therefore, it is of interest to evaluate the facial soft-tissue profile characteristics using the OCTA criteria among orthodontic patients. A cross- sectional observational study was conducted among 120 patients undergoing orthodontic assessment. Most patients demonstrated balanced facial soft-tissue profiles. Significant variations in lip prominence and nasolabial angle were observed among different malocclusion groups. Thus, data shows that OCTA criteria provide a practical and reliable approach for clinical soft-tissue profile assessment.
