Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Early orthodontic treatment is theorized to reduce the need for subsequent surgical interventions in patients with dentofacial abnormalities by addressing malocclusions and jaw discrepancies during a child’s peak growth periods. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of early orthodontic treatments in preventing the necessity for surgical interventions in a population of patients with dentofacial deformities. A retrospective cohort study was conducted involving 200 patients from a one orthodontic center. Patients were divided into two groups: those who received early orthodontic treatment (before the age of 10) and those who received no or late treatment. Data were collected on the necessity for surgical interventions, the severity of dentofacial abnormalities and the cost‐effectiveness of early treatment. Statistical analyses included chi‐square tests for categorical variables and logistic regression to adjust for potential confounders. Patients who underwent early orthodontic treatment showed a significantly lower necessity for surgical interventions (16% versus 34% in the no/late treatment group, P=0.002). Additionally, the severity of dentofacial abnormalities was significantly less in the early treatment group across all severity categories (P‐values ranging from 0.009‐0.028). Cost analysis revealed that early treatment was associated with substantial cost savings compared to delayed or no treatment. Early orthodontic treatment significantly reduces both the frequency and severity of surgical interventions in patients with dentofacial abnormalities, supporting its implementation as a preventive strategy in orthodontic and orthopedic treatment plans.
How to cite this article:
Rishikesh D. Kurdukar and Tejas P. Gawand. Effectiveness of Early Orthodontic Treatments in Preventing Surgical Interventions in Dentofacial Orthopedics.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2025.2.329.333
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2025.2.329.333