Changes in Depression and How Patients Perceive Their Appearance After Double-Jaw Orthognathic Surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This prospective observational study will compare depressive symptoms and subjective esthetic perception in adults aged 18 to 40 with malocclusions who undergo bimaxillary orthognathic surgery. Patients will complete validated questionnaires before surgery and at a 6-month follow-up, using anonymized clinical data and self-reported measures. Data elements include demographics, social media use, and subjective esthetic and mood assessments. The goal is to understand how surgical correction may impact psychological well-being and perceived attractiveness to inform patient evaluation and planning. The study is conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kirikkale University, led by Kirikkale University with no listed collaborators.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18 to 40 years.
* Individuals without systemic diseases.
* Patients with an indication for bimaxillary orthognathic surgery.
* Patients who complete the study questionnaires 1 week before surgery and 6 months after surgery.
* Individuals who use at least one of the following social media platforms: Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat, X, TikTok, or Telegram.
* Individuals who provide written informed consent to participate in the study.
* Patients scheduled to undergo treatment at the Faculty of Dentistry, Kırıkkale University.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients without an indication for bimaxillary orthognathic surgery or those undergoing single-jaw surgery only.
* Individuals with systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or thyroid disorders).
* Patients with a diagnosed psychiatric disorder.
* Patients with a history of previous orthognathic surgery.
* Patients scheduled to undergo additional esthetic procedures (e.g., genioplasty, botulinum toxin injection, or dermal filler treatment).
* Individuals who decline to participate or do not provide written informed consent.

Where it's running

• Kırıkkale University Faculty of Dentistry
  Kirikkale, Kırıkkale, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Elif Çoban, DDS — Kırıkkale University Faculty of Dentistry
• Study coordinator: Elif Assistant Professor, DDS
• Email: elifcoban@kku.edu.tr
• Phone: +90 318 224 4927

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.