SANTOS, J. F. D.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/5129077519616021; SANTOS, Jéssica Fernanda Delfino dos.
Résumé:
Dental trauma is a consequence of dental organ damage that occurs
occasionally. The main etiology is falls and mainly affect the upper central incisors,
causing enamel and dentin fracture, having as major victims individuals in the first
decade of life. Dental trauma can cause great psychological and social impacts,
which directly influence in the individual's quality of life. Objective: This study aimed
to evaluate the influence of dental trauma on the quality of life of children from 8 to 10
years old, who attend public schools in the city of Patos-PB. Methodology: This is
an observational, quantitative, analytical and cross-sectional study, with a random
and representative sample, totaling 384 children. Data were collected by applying the
CPQ8-10 questionnaire, and after clinical examination by calibrated researchers
(intra-examiner Kappa, 0.91; inter-examiner Kappa, 0.84). Results were tabulated in
a database and calculated using the program SPSS (statical package for social
sciences) version 8.0. Results: The occurrence of trauma was predominant in males
(47,7%), and most affected group of incisors (97%), The most frequent type of
trauma was enamel fracture (65,8%) and there was a statistical association between
dental trauma and age (p = 0.042). There was dental trauma impact of quality of life
(p = 0.011). Conclusion: Given the high prevalence of dental trauma, there was an
impact on the quality of life of children, thus requiring further studies to evaluate this
association so that preventive strategies can be adopted.