| Autor: |
S., Ojass Kumar, S., Srinidhi, J., Visshishta, Sirisha, Sapasetty, Ranganathan, Sukanya, K., Priya, S. M. M., Moulvi, Mani, Bhuvaneswari |
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Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences; 2024 Supplement, Vol. 16, pS1588-S1590, 3p |
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Aim: The current study was conducted with the aim of evaluating the retention protocol followed by orthodontists in India. Material and Methods: A cross-sectional web-based questionnaire survey was carried out to evaluate the retention protocol. To determine the sample size, a pilot study was carried out, and the final sample arrived was 250 subjects. The current study's inclusion criteria took into account those who had finished their BDS&MDS (Orthodontist). Results: The data were statistically examined when the surveys were received and completed. The choice for fixed retainers was 67.4%. Retainer wear time preferences ranged widely, with 60% preferring 12-18 hours. The initial post-retention check appointment was planned by the majority of orthodontists (47.6%) within the next three months. Recall appointments for retention checks were only planned by the majority of orthodontists (56.3%) once every three months. Regular involvement by patients at their retention check appointments was (38%). Conclusion: The most commonly used and preferred type of retainer is fixed retainer, and dentist preferences range around 12-18 hours of wear time. Furthermore, the duration of the retainer wear preferred by most orthodontists/dentists is 10 months to 2 years. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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