Anterior Malocclusion and Soft Tissue Profile Related to Sound Production and Self-Concept
Abstract
Significant correlations were found between upper lip, lower lip and skeletal convexity at Point A. Convexity at Point A related to a some-what lower self concept and errors in production of “s,” “z,” and the unvoiced “th” sounds.
Contributor Notes
Dr. Centofante is in the private practice of orthodontics in Youngstown, Ohio. He holds a B.S. degree in Education from Northwestern University, D.D.S. from Ohio State University, Certificate in Pedodontics from the Children's Hospital Medical Center, University of Cincinnati, and an M.S. in Orthodontics from Ohio State University
Dr. Brittin is an Associate Professor, Speech and Hearing Science, Department of Communication, at Ohio State University. She holds B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Northwestern University and an M.A. degree in Speech and Hearing, Psychology and Communication from the University of Iowa
Dr. Williams is Professor of Orthodontics at Ohio State University, and in the private practice of orthodontics in Worthington, Ohio. He is a dental graduate (D.D.S.) of Ohio State University, and holds an M.Sc. degree in Anatomy from Ohio State University and an M.S. in orthodontics from the University of Illinois. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics