Parental Perceptions and Family Impact on Adolescents' Oral Health-Related Quality of Life in Relation to the Severity of Malocclusion and Caries Status.

Background/objectives: Parents/caregivers' reports are valuable because they frequently play a crucial role in making decisions concerning a child's health, and their perspectives can significantly impact treatment choices. Furthermore, negative effects of oral health issues extend beyond just the adolescent patient, having an impact on family life. The aim of this study is to explore the perception of parents/caregivers regarding their children's oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) and how the OHRQoL of adolescents impacts their family life.