Insights from a 20-Year Study: Malocclusion Effects on Tooth Loss in Adults

Posted: December 2, 2024
A 20-year study analyzed the impact of moderate and severe malocclusions on tooth loss in adults. Malocclusions like overjet, deep bite, and cusp-to-cusp bite increased tooth loss risk, while open bite and certain types of crowding were protective. Understanding these effects is crucial for informed orthodontic treatment decisions and long-term oral health management.

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