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08.02.2023 | COMPARATIVE STUDY
Comparison of Occlusal Digital Analysis Using T-Scan in Orthognathic Surgery with Only Conventional Orthodontic Patients
Erschienen in: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery | Ausgabe 2/2023
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Aim and Objectives
The aims of this study were to compare the changes in occlusal parameters, TMJ status clinically in patients after the completion of orthognathic surgery, and patients undergoing only orthodontic treatment and with patients having normal occlusion, using T-Scan.
Methodology
This prospective controlled clinical trial, consisting of three groups with a sample size of twelve. Group 1 consisted of patients who underwent orthognathic surgery and orthodontic treatment. Group 2 consists of patients who underwent only orthodontic treatment (camouflage). Clinical examination of the patient (TMJ and Occlusal status) and T-Scan was performed at the time of debonding of the orthodontic brackets, 6 months and 1-year after first evaluation for group 1 and 2 patients.
Results
The collected data between groups are compared and interpreted. The statistical analysis was performed using STATA/IC version 16.1 statistical software. Intragroup comparison for the study variables occlusion time, disocclusion time and maximum bite force between different time periods (T1, T2, T3) for all the three intervention groups using repeated measures. Hypothesis testing for maximum bite force, occlusion time and disocclusion time in orthognathic group (Group 1) as compared to orthodontic group (Group 2) for three different time periods using repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni test showed P value < 0.05 which is statistically significant.
Conclusion
In conclusion, evaluation of occlusion using T-Scan give us an insight of the discrepancies in occlusion which is useful during pre-operative planning and especially in the post-operative follow-up period during the retention phase. Examination of TMJ in these patients at various intervals is necessary as any minor occlusal disturbances may lead to TMJ disorders.