An Evaluation of Bite Pattern in Children with Severe-Early Childhood Caries Before and After Complete Dental Rehabilitation.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the changes in bite characteristics of children before and after the placement of multiple stainless steel crowns (SSCs) under general anesthesia (GA).

Methods: Twenty children scheduled for treatment under general anesthesia who needed SSCs in three or more posterior quadrants were included in this study. The bite was digitally analyzed and recorded preoperatively and at one and four weeks postoperatively.