Temporomandibular disorder prevalence in malocclusion patients: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study investigated the prevalence of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in patients with malocclusion through a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Materials and methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted up to November 15, 2024. Cross-sectional studies providing data on TMD prevalence among malocclusion patients were included. Study quality was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) checklist. A random-effects model was used for meta-analysis, with subgroup and meta-regression analyses to explore heterogeneity. Sensitivity analyses were performed to evaluate result robustness.

Results

Thirty-two studies were included, showing an overall TMD prevalence of 43% (95% CI: 35%-50%; I² = 97.9%). Prevalence was higher in fema

SUBMITTER: Huang L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11863559 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature