Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) is a multidimensional construct that measures well-being associated with the teeth, mouth, and face. This cross-sectional study examined OHRQoL, demographic data, and clinical indicators in 839 treatment-seeking youths with cleft from 6 geographically diverse cleft treatment centers. Individuals without health insurance and representing ethnic minorities had lower OHRQoL scores on the Child Oral Health Impact Profile and a higher rate of surgical recommendations. These findings imply a risk factor for reduced OHRQoL and unmet needs among vulnerable youths with clefts.

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Hillary L. Broder, PhD, MEd, Maureen Wilson-Genderson, PhD, and Lacey Sischo, PhDHillary L. Broder and Lacey Sischo are with the Department of Cariology and Comprehensive Care, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NY. Maureen Wilson-Genderson is with the Department of Social and Behavioral Health, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond. “Health Disparities Among Children With Cleft”, American Journal of Public Health 102, no. 5 (May 1, 2012): pp. 828-830.

https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2012.300654

PMID: 22420792