Knowledge and Attitude of Non-Orthodontic Specialists towards Orthodontic treatment
Keywords:
knowledge; attitude; orthodontic treatment; specialists.Abstract
Objectives: This study aimed to examine the Knowledge and Attitude of Non-Orthodontic Specialists towards Orthodontic treatment.
Material and Methods: A web-based survey was formulated for non-orthodontic dental specialists to respond to questions regarding an orthodontic treatment. It contained 20 multiple-choice questions with three or more possible answers. Two hundred questionnaires were sent via email, with explanatory letters, to randomly selected non-orthodontic dental specialists.
Results: The findings show that most respondents had an excellent knowledge of orthodontic principles and techniques. Every respondent (100%) understood that a patient's masticatory function and facial appearance could be impacted by malocclusions. Results also revealed statistically significant variations (p < 0.01) in responses from various non-orthodontic professionals regarding contraindications for orthodontic therapy. Compared to public health practitioners, private health practitioners knew more about when the best time for the initial orthodontic appointment (76.2%) and that implants and periodontal issues is do not preclude orthodontic treatment (almost 70%).
Conclusion: The sample of non-orthodontic specialists demonstrates a commendable level of awareness and understanding regarding the principles and procedures of orthodontic treatment. Increasing the knowledge and awareness of practitioners can assist patients with malocclusions in making early orthodontic treatment decisions and avert future difficulties.
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