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PSYCHOSOCIAL EFFECTS OF ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT IN ADOLESCENTS
WITH SEVERE DENTAL CROWDING
Abdukadirova Amaliya Mamatraimovna
2
nd
year residency student, Tashkent State Dental Institute
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Nigmatova Iroda Maratovna
Scientific supervisor:
Candidate of Medical Sciences, Associate Professor,
Department of Orthodontics and Prosthodontics, Tashkent State Dental Institute
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Abstract.
This study investigates how orthodontic treatment influences the
psychosocial well‑being of adolescents (13–18 years) with severe anterior dental
crowding. Using a modified Psychosocial Impact of Dental Aesthetics Questionnaire
(PIDAQ), researchers surveyed 60 patients with Class I malocclusion before
appliance plac
ement and again six months later. Paired‑sample analyses revealed a
statistically significant reduction in social discomfort and appearance‑related
self‑consciousness (p < 0.01). Participants reported greater confidence in peer
interactions and higher satisfaction with their dental aesthetics. The findings
demonstrate that early orthodontic intervention delivers measurable psychosocial
benefits alongside functional improvements, underscoring the importance of timely
treatment for fostering healthier self‑es
teem and social development during
adolescence.
Keywords:
dental crowding, orthodontic treatment, adolescence,
psychosocial impact, PIDAQ.
Background and Relevance
Dental crowding is one of the most common types of malocclusion, significantly
affecting facial aesthetics and social confidence, particularly during adolescence.
Given the strong connection between physical appearance and self-identity in
teenagers, severe dental misalignment can lead to emotional distress, lowered self-
esteem, and social withdrawal. These concerns underscore the clinical importance of
evaluating the psychosocial outcomes of early orthodontic intervention.
Aim
The aim of this study is to evaluate the psychosocial impact of orthodontic
treatment in adolescents aged 13 to 18 who present with severe dental crowding.
Methods
This study employed a modified version of the PIDAQ (Psychosocial Impact
of Dental Aesthetics Questionnaire) to assess participants' psychosocial status
before treatment and six months after the placement of orthodontic appliances.
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The study population consisted of patients diagnosed with Class I malocclusion
accompanied by severe anterior dental crowding. Changes in emotional well-
being and social self-perception were analyzed using paired statistical tests.
Results
The results indicated a statistically significant reduction in social
discomfort and concerns related to dental appearance following treatment (p <
0.01). Participants reported enhanced confidence in social communication and
greater satisfaction with their dental aesthetics.
Conclusion
Orthodontic treatment in adolescents with severe dental crowding yields
measurable psychosocial benefits in addition to functional improvements. These
findings highlight the value of early orthodontic intervention not only for
correcting dental alignment but also for promoting psychological well-being and
healthier social development.
References:
1.
Al‑Ibadi W // The psycho
-social impact of malocclusions and treatment
expectations of adolescent orthodontic patients" (2015)
2.
Salazar‑González C // Psychosocial Impact of Dental Esthetics on Quality
of Life in Adolescents (2013)
3. Jongbloed-Pellaerts // Psychological impact of orthodontic treatment on
quality of life (2019)
