Orthodontic retention and the role of the general dental practitioner.
Br Dent J
; 230(11): 753-757, 2021 06.
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Introduction Long-term orthodontic retention using removable or fixed retainers is needed to maintain the outcome of orthodontic treatment. The aim of this article is to describe how long-term retention is managed and to report on a survey of general dental practitioners (GDPs) as to how this management currently operates in the UK.Materials and methods GDPs were invited to complete a short online survey on orthodontic retention using an open notice posted in the British Dental Journal and a direct email to the members of a local dental clinical society.Results Fifty-six GDPs completed the online survey. Overall, the findings highlighted poor levels of communication between orthodontists and GDPs with respect to the latter assuming responsibility for the management of long-term retention.Conclusion The management of long-term retention could be improved by more effective communication between the orthodontist and GDP. One solution might be a retention management pro forma. GDPs are in some instances willing to undertake more of the management of retention following further training and possible remuneration.
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Orthodontic Retainers
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Dentists
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Br Dent J
Year:
2021
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Article
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