Abstract
Objective: To establish the effectiveness of mandibular canine index in predicting sex in rajasthan population. Materials and Methods: 100 subjects belonging to rajesthan population (50 males; 50 females) in the age group of 17-25 yrs were included. Impressions were made with alginate and study models prepared with dental stone and living subjects Maximum mesiodistal diameter of mandibular canines and the linear distance between tips of mandibular canines were measured using a Vernier caliper. Observed mandibular canine index (MCIo) and standerd MCI was calculated as the ratio between the maximum mesiodistal width of mandibular canine and canine arc width. Results: Left canine exhibited greater sexual dimorphism i.e. 9.05% as compared with right canine i.e. 8.782%. Sex could be predicted correctly in approximately 80% of subjects examined. Conclusion: With the standard MCI it was possible to detect sex in the population of rajesthan to an extent of about 72%. Hence it is considered as a quick, easy and reproducible method for determining the sex of an individual.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
