Table 1 Perception of improvement in the QoL dimensions after orthodontic and surgical treatment
Before Mean (SD) | After Mean (SD) | t | p | d-Cohen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Physical health | |||||
Physical function | 6.63 (4.01) | 3.20 (2.44) | 8.083 | < .000 | 1.03 |
Communication | 3.85 (2.50) | 2.03 (1.86) | 6.850 | < .000 | .82 |
Pain | .61 (.85) | .34 (.71) | 2.519 | .015 | .34 |
Psychological health | |||||
Self-concept | 3.02 (2.60) | 2.03 (2.08) | 4.448 | < .000 | .42 |
Behaviour | 1.16 (1.31) | .70 (.99) | 3.746 | < .000 | .40 |
Social health | |||||
Social function | 1.13 (1.15) | .60 (.90) | 4.361 | < .000 | .51 |