Causal effect of molar incisor hypomineralisation on oral health-related quality of life of Australian children aged 7-16 years.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) is a qualitative defect of enamel characterised by demarcated opacities. Aesthetic and functional sequelae of MIH may manifest as reduced oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL). This study aims to investigate the impact of the presence and severity of MIH on children's OHRQoL.

Methods

This cross-sectional study recruited children aged 7-16 years-of-age attending specialist paediatric dental clinics in Melbourne, Australia. Clinical examination utilised the modified European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry index to quantify the presence and severity of MIH. OHRQoL data was collected via the Child Perception Questionnaire, Parent-Caregiver Perception Questionnaire and Family Impact Statement. Causal analysis used quantile re

SUBMITTER: Shields S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12532629 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature