The comparison of maxillary and mandibular dental arch size in male and female Papuan in Surabaya: A cross-sectional study

Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze the differences in size maxillary and mandibular dental arch between Papuan males females. Materials Methods: An analytical cross-sectional design carried out 12 females aged above 18–25 years Surabaya. Raberin method used measure arches width cast transversal (L33, L66, L77) sagittal direction (L31, L61, L71). statistical analysis data normality by Kolmogorov–Smirnov test (P > 0.05). In addition, independent t done determine groups < 0.01). Results: average sizes males, respectively, L33, L77 were 35.86, 56.58, 65.61 mm. men L31, L71 4.04, 35.60, 46.41 widths a female 32.45, 53.54, 63 3.55, 31.94, 42.42 There significant difference measurement Conclusion: Male has bigger as compared Papuan. Evaluation may help orthodontist diagnosis treatment plan population.