Predilection of chewing side preference for handedness and an assessment of its impact on facial symmetry, temporomandibular joint and dentition

January 01, 2010 | Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore | Department of Orthodontics

ICMR STS-2013, 2010. This study would aim to do the same by assessing the impacts of chewing preference on facial symmetry, the TMJ and oral hygiene. It’s equally important to make the people aware about the benefits of bilateral mastication and encourage them to chew equally on both the sides to enhance masticatory efficiency.