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- Title
Analysis of Rugae Patterns and Arch Length in a Central Kerala Population: An Original Research.
- Authors
Alani, Mathew M.; Thomas, Sherin Ann; Mathew, Susan; Arakkal, Leena Johnson; Thomas, William; Reba, P. S.
- Abstract
Background: Literature states that no two palates are alike in their configuration and that the palatal print did not change with time or age. This unique property makes them ideal for the purpose of personal identification. Materials and Methods: 82 patients (ages 16-25) were included in the study (40 males and 42 females). Casts were prepared from each individual impression, and the rugae length was measured using Vernier calipers. The arch length was analyzed with the help of brass wire. The results obtained were then statistically analyzed using SPSS software version 16.0. Results: The mean length of the rugae was found to be 12.5732 mm (standard deviation [SD] = 1.90374), and the mean arch length was found to be 79.5427 mm (SD = 5.17544). The mean rugae length in males was found to be 13.05 mm (SD = 2.13277) and in females was 12.1190 mm (SD = 1.54923) showing no significant difference. The arch length in males (mean = 81.1 mm) and females (mean = 78.0595) failed to demonstrate any significant variation. Conclusion: There was no significant statistical difference between both sexes in relation to the rugae pattern although there was a predominance of the curved pattern in males and straight in females. Even though the length of the rugae and arch length was slightly greater in males, the results were not statistically significant.
- Subjects
PALATE; DENTAL arch; DENTAL research; ORAL medicine; IDENTIFICATION
- Publication
Journal of International Oral Health, 2016, Vol 8, Issue 1, p129
- ISSN
0976-7428
- Publication type
Article