Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2020
Volume : Volume 11
Issue : Issue 2
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Dr. Saurav Kumar.
dr.sauravmishra29@gmail.com
Background: The present study was conducted to compare surgery first and orthognathic surgery in terms of patient quality of life. Materials & Methods: 56 patients with dento-skeletal malformations were divided into 2 groups of 28 patients each. Group I underwent surgery-first approach and group II had conventional orthognathic surgery. All patients underwent OQLQ-22 scale and OHIP. Results: The mean OQLQ score at first administration in group I was 56 and in group II was 51. The mean OQLQ score at second administration in group I was 23 and in group II was 28. The mean OQLQ score at first administration in group I was 56 and in group II was 51. The mean OQLQ score at second administration in group I was 23 and in group II was 28. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Surgery-first orthognathic approach has proven to provide an immediate improvement of the quality of living.
Keywords: Dentofacial deformities, Orthognathic approach, Satisfaction.
