The Need for Orthodontic Therapy forChildren and Adolescents in the Health Center Mostar According to the IOTN Index

Abstract

_ ABSTRACT Background: Orthodontic anomalies or malocclusions are modifications in the development of the orofacial system, caused by genetic, environmental or evolutionary factors. Methods : The purpose of the research is to determine the need for orthodontic therapy with regard to gender and age characteristics. The sample consisted of 46 children aged 10-13 and 30 adolescents, aged 14-16, who use the services of the Health Center in Mostar. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) which consists of a dental health component (IOTN-DHC) and an aesthetic component (IOTN-AC) was used. Seventy-six participants who had not previously undergone orthodontic therapy were examined. An assessment of the need for orthodontic therapy was made by two examiners across both IOTN components.