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Statistical analyses identified significant associations. Results: Class II skeletal malocclusion was the most prevalent (63.5% females and 36.4% males). Females exhibited a significantly higher prevalence of degenerative changes (p &lt; 0.001), with notable lateral pole flattening. The most common condylar morphology was convex (52.43% left and 51% right), followed by angled, round, and flat. Degenerative changes were more frequent on the left side, particularly in Class II Division 1 cases (37%). 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