Study on Orthodontic Treatment Stability and Impact in People with Anterior Open Bite Malocclusion

What this Trial Is About

This observational study explores how anterior open bite malocclusion affects daily life, evaluates the effectiveness of its orthodontic treatment, and examines the burden of care caused by the treatment. The research is led by the University of Helsinki and focuses on understanding treatment outcomes and patient impact over time. Participants with a clinical diagnosis of anterior open bite malocclusion, either past or present, are observed without receiving experimental treatments. The study mainly tracks natural outcomes related to the condition and its management, focusing on stability and patient experience over approximately one year. During the study, researchers measure overbite and occlusal contacts, monitor treatment time, and assess temporomandibular disorders TMD over an average period of one year. Participants may be asked to undergo clinical evaluations and provide information about their daily functioning and treatment impact. The total duration of observation allows for evaluation of treatment stability and the conditions effect on daily life.

Stability of Orthodontic Treatment of Anterior Open-bite