Differences in bite force between dolichofacial and brachyfacial individuals: Side of mastication, gender, weight and height

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2017

Authors

Quiudini, P. R. Jr (Author) Other; Daniel Pozza (Author) FCNAUP; Pinto, A. D. (Author) Other; de Arruda, M. F. (Author) Other; Guimarães, A. S. (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Journal of Prosthodontic Research

Vol. 61 No. 3

Pages: 283-289

ISSN: 1883-1958

Publisher: Japan Prosthodontic Society

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Scientific classification

CORDIS: Health sciences

FOS: Medical and Health sciences

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Authenticus ID: P-00M-XGT

DOI: 10.1016/j.jpor.2016.10.003

Abstract (EN): PURPOSE: Due to the bite force importance in functionality of the masticatory system, this study aimed to characterize it in dolichofacial and brachyfacial individuals. METHODS: A sample comprised by 190 patients was divided into two groups: 90 severe dolichofacial, and 100 severe brachyfacial individuals classified according to the VERT index and the face height ratio (Jarabak quotient). Bite force was measured by using an adjusted digital dynamometer and proper methodology. RESULTS: The sample met the parametric assumptions and presented statistical significance when right and left sides of dolichofacial and brachyfacial individuals were compared. However, within the same group, no differences between the left and right sides were found. Generally, bite force was higher for male, left masticator, age between 41-50 years, weighing over 100kg and between 1.81 and 1.90m tall. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the results of this cross-sectional study, it was possible to conclude that the bite force in severe brachyfacial individuals was significantly higher than in severe dolichofacial individuals, being influenced by gender, weight and height.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

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