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- What is the clinical effectiveness of orthodontic treatment to improve psychological well-being and increase self-esteem?
- What is the effectiveness of orthodontic treatment to prevent suicide in patients with malocclusion?
- What are the evidence-based guidelines for the use of orthodontic treatment to improve psychological well-being and increase self-esteem?
Key Message
One overview of reviews, four systematic reviews (two with meta-analyses), one randomized controlled trial, and fifteen non-randomized studies were identified regarding the clinical effectiveness of orthodontic treatment to improve psychological well-being and increase self-esteem.