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Reasons For Seeking Orthodontic Treatment A Pilot Study

Abdullah A.A.A., and Yassin Z. (Zafarina Yassin), and Zamzam N., (2001) Reasons For Seeking Orthodontic Treatment A Pilot Study. Annals of Dentistry, 8 (1). pp. 13-19. ISSN 0128-7532

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Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Faculty of Dentistry
University of Malaya. Faculty of Dentistry. Dept. of Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics
University of Malaya. Faculty of Dentistry. Dept. of Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics

Abstract

This pilot survey was conducted to determine the main reason and the motivating factors which, influence patients in seeking orthodontic treatment. 115 patients aged 11-30 years old were taken from the orthodontic waiting list at the Dental Faculty, University Malaya dated December 1999 - May 2000. A structured questionnaire was designed and the survey of patients was carried out using the telephone. The desire to have a better dental appearance was the main reason (65 %) given by patients who were seeking orthodontic treatment. The most important motivating factor that influences patients in seeking orthodontic treatment was to attain straight teeth (48 %). In conclusion, patients seek orthodontic treatment mainly due to psychological reason, which is to improve dental appearance and aesthetic. Perceived needs of an orthodontic patient should also be taken into consideration before commencing orthodontic treatment to increase chances of mutually satisfying result for both the orthoqontist and patient.

Item Type:Journal
Keywords:Orthodontic treatment, reasons, motivating factors.
Subjects:R Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing
ID Code:2039

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