Finn Geoghegan1,2, Ana Ahmadi Birjandi2, Guilherme Machado Xavier3, Andrew T DiBiase4. 1. 1 Specialist Orthodontic Practice, Dublin, Ireland. 2. 2 Centre for Craniofacial and Regenerative Biology (CCRB), King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK. 3. 3 Centre for Craniofacial and Regenerative Biology (CCRB), King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK. 4. 4 Department of Orthodontics, William Harvey Hospital, East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Ashford, Kent, UK.
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To determine patient and parent/guardian motivation, expectation and understanding of orthodontic treatment. DESIGN: A self-completion questionnaire survey of new patients referred for orthodontic assessment. SETTING: Specialist practices in Surrey and Berkshire (United Kingdom). PARTICIPANTS: A total of 500 questionnaires were issued (250 were issued to patients and 250 to parents). METHODS: The survey was based on a self-completed questionnaire which was issued at the assessment appointment. Both questionnaires were adapted and extended from originally validated questionnaires previously used in a hospital setting. Patients and parents were asked to complete separate anonymous questionnaires. The patient questionnaire consisted of 24 closed-ended questions divided into three domains: motivation; understanding; and expectation of orthodontic treatment. The parent questionnaire consisted of 13 questions covering the same three domains. RESULTS: The response rate for the patient and parent questionnaires was 95% and 91%, respectively. Forty-seven percent of the patients were aged 11-13 years. In 77% of cases, the referral was initiated by their dentist. Only 3% of patients thought there was nothing wrong with their teeth. There was a poor understanding of what a retainer is and for how long patients are expected to use it. CONCLUSIONS: Referral for orthodontic treatment was initiated by the patients' general dental practitioner in the majority of the cases. The anticipation of improved dental appearance was a prime motivating factor. Participants had realistic expectations and there was a good acceptance of appliances and dental extractions for orthodontic treatment. Nevertheless, both patients and parents/guardians were less well informed on the nature and duration of orthodontic retention.
OBJECTIVES: To determine patient and parent/guardian motivation, expectation and understanding of orthodontic treatment. DESIGN: A self-completion questionnaire survey of new patients referred for orthodontic assessment. SETTING: Specialist practices in Surrey and Berkshire (United Kingdom). PARTICIPANTS: A total of 500 questionnaires were issued (250 were issued to patients and 250 to parents). METHODS: The survey was based on a self-completed questionnaire which was issued at the assessment appointment. Both questionnaires were adapted and extended from originally validated questionnaires previously used in a hospital setting. Patients and parents were asked to complete separate anonymous questionnaires. The patient questionnaire consisted of 24 closed-ended questions divided into three domains: motivation; understanding; and expectation of orthodontic treatment. The parent questionnaire consisted of 13 questions covering the same three domains. RESULTS: The response rate for the patient and parent questionnaires was 95% and 91%, respectively. Forty-seven percent of the patients were aged 11-13 years. In 77% of cases, the referral was initiated by their dentist. Only 3% of patients thought there was nothing wrong with their teeth. There was a poor understanding of what a retainer is and for how long patients are expected to use it. CONCLUSIONS: Referral for orthodontic treatment was initiated by the patients' general dental practitioner in the majority of the cases. The anticipation of improved dental appearance was a prime motivating factor. Participants had realistic expectations and there was a good acceptance of appliances and dental extractions for orthodontic treatment. Nevertheless, both patients and parents/guardians were less well informed on the nature and duration of orthodontic retention.
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expectations; health services and quality of life aspects; motivation; orthodontic treatment; parents; patients; psychological aspects of orthodontics; quality of life and orthodontics
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