The prevalence of malocclusion in the studied population is high. However, not all children with a diagnosed malocclusion require orthodontic treatment. For an effective plan of orthodontic care and rational budgeting, it is recommended that appropriate indicators be used to identify individuals with the most severe malocclusions who are eligible for treatment.
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