Digital indirect bracket bonding in orthodontic practice
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This study investigated the use of indirect bonding in orthodontic practices, specifically whether the orthodontist demographics and practice characteristics influenced the use of indirect bonding within an office. This study also examined factors that influenced or deterred orthodontists from the use of indirect bonding in practice. A survey was sent to members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) to collect this data. Based on the results of this survey, graduation year was the only significant association between orthodontist demographics and indirect bonding use. There were no significant associations between practice characteristics and indirect bonding use. This study did find, however, that individuals who were trained on indirect bonding use by sales staff or manufacturers and practice colleagues regarding indirect bonding were significantly more likely to utilize indirect bonding in practice. Similarly, orthodontists with no training on indirect bonding use were significantly less likely to use indirect bonding in their practice. The results of this study also suggested that while many orthodontists believe that there are benefits to using indirect bonding in orthodontic settings, many still have not incorporated this technique into their own offices.
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Introduction -- Methods -- Results -- Discussion -- Conclusions
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M.S. (Master of Science)