Prevalence of Facial Asymmetry Among Orthodontic Patients

Prevalence of Facial Asymmetry Among PreOrthodontic Adult Patients: A Crosssectional Retrospective Study

To estimate the prevalence of facial asymmetry

The objectives of the present study are:

• To estimate the prevalence of facial asymmetry among Egyptian population, according to type, sex, and age.
• To provide an insight into the key aspects to be taken into consideration while accomplishing an accurate diagnosis and formulation of rational integrated orthodontic-surgical treatment plan that considers correction of all aspects of the asymmetry.

Inclusion Criteria:

• between 18-40 years old of both sexes who asked for orthodontic treatment

Exclusion Criteria:

• • No previous orthodontic treatment.

  • photographs of poor quality.
  • Any hereditary diseases or syndromes such as Down's syndrome or cleidocranial dysostosis.
  • Any disease of the jaw that might have affected the normal growth of permanent dentition.