Association Between DMFT Index and Sinonasal Anatomical Variations in Children: A Retrospective Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: This retrospective study aimed to evaluate the association between decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) scores and sinonasal anatomical variations, including Haller cells, concha bullosa, and the direction and severity of nasal septal deviation in children. METHODS: Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images of 167 patients aged 6-17 years were retrospectively analyzed. The direction and severity of nasal septal deviation, presence of Haller cells, presence and subtypes of concha bullosa, and DMFT index were evaluated. Nasal septal deviation was categorized as mild (<9°), moderate (9-15°), or severe (≥15°). Concha bullosa was classified as lamellar, bulbous, or extensive. DMFT scores were assessed radiologically using reconstructed panoramic images, without intraoral clinical examination data. The DMFT index was calculated only for permanent teeth. RESULTS: = 0.004). CONCLUSIONS: Increased nasal septal deviation severity was associated with higher DMFT scores in children. However, because of the retrospective design and radiological assessment of DMFT, this association should be interpreted as a potential relationship rather than a causal effect.
Source: Children
Institution: Harran University
Language: English
Subfield: Oral Surgery
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,896
OpenAlex ID: W7203690519