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Relationship of the occlusal vertical dimension by means of the Ladda method according to facial biotype, in dentistry students of the Norbert Wiener private university
(Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2021-07-23) Campos Bastidas, Jacqueline Sonia; Del Castillo Ayquipa, Armando
The primary objective of this research was to determine the relationship between Occlusal Vertical Dimension (OVD) using the Ladda method and facial biotype in dentistry students at Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener. Methods: This descriptive and cross-sectional study included a sample of 201 students of both sexes, selected based on inclusion criteria. Facial biotype was determined using the total morphological facial index. Measurements were taken using a TRUPER digital caliper (150 mm x 0.01 mm). OVD was measured using the Ladda method, which involves the length of the index and little fingers of the right hand. Results: The study found statistically significant differences in OVD between at least two groups. Highly significant differences were observed between brachyfacial and mesofacial groups (p<0.05) and between mesofacial and dolichofacial groups (p<0.01). The study concluded that the dolichofacial biotype showed a high positive correlation with both the little finger and index finger. A general correlation was observed in both sexes between OVD and finger lengths. For males, OVD showed a low but significant correlation with the index finger (p<0.01) and the little finger (p<0.05). For females, OVD also showed a low but significant correlation with both the index and little fingers (p<0.01). Conclusion: This method is reliable, cost-effective, reproducible, and non-invasive for the patient.