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Due to heterogeneity, findings were synthesized qualitatively. Certainty of evidence was evaluated using GRADE.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Seven studies were included. Outcomes comprised center-of-pressure metrics, postural sway, weight distribution, plantar pressure patterns, and balance performance. In adults, findings were inconsistent: under natural static conditions one study found no association while another reported significant static differences, and the remaining positive findings emerged mainly under experimental or task-specific conditions. The two studies in growing subjects yielded conflicting results (one larger study largely null, one positive), so the evidence does not support a more consistent association in this subgroup. Risk of bias related mainly to confounding and participant selection, and certainty of evidence was low to very low.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Current evidence does not support a consistent relationship between occlusal conditions and global postural control. 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