Table 3.
Subset of OHIP-49 items with highest frequency in participants with CL/P, by domain
| Domain | Statement* | Mean (SD) | Median (SE) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Functional limitation | Appearance affected | 2.49 (1.22) | 2 (0.21) |
| Food catching in teeth or dentures | 2.00 (1.1) | 2 (0.18) | |
| Physical pain (discomfort) | Sensitive teeth | 1.8 (1.13) | 2 (0.19) |
| Uncomfortable to eat | 1.6 (1.03) | 1 (0.17) | |
| Psychological discomfort | Uncomfortable appearance | 2.63 (1.14) | 3 (0.19) |
| Self-conscious | 2.54 (1.15) | 3 (0.19) | |
| Physical disability | Unclear speech | 1.97 (1.4) | 2 (0.24) |
| Avoided smiling | 1.89 (1.1) | 2 (0.19) | |
| Psychological disability | Upset | 2.23 (1.42) | 2 (0.24) |
| Embarrassed | 2.17 (1.5) | 2 (0.25) | |
| Social disability | Avoided going out | 1.29 (1.36) | 1 (0.23) |
| Irritable | 1.00 (1.24) | 1 (0.21) | |
| Handicap | Life less satisfying | 1.37 (1.03) | 1 (0.17) |
| Unable to enjoy company | 1.06 (1.08) | 1 (0.18) |
*Statement format “Have you…..because of problems with your teeth, mouth or dentures?”
Abbreviations: SD; standard deviation