Scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery: The psychosocial dimensions of orthognathic surgery |
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| Authors: | S Y Shalhoub BDS FDSRCD |
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| Institution: | Associate Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King Saud University College of Dentistry, Saudi Arabia |
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| Abstract: | A group of 20 patients (12 females and 8 males) who underwent orthognathic surgery during the previous three years were surveyed. The reasons which determined the decision to undergo surgery are discussed. Patient satisfaction and the effect of surgery on psychological and social attitudes are explored. |
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| Keywords: | Orthognathic surgery oral and maxillofacial surgery psychosocial aspects |
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