scholarly journals Considerations regarding the particularities of orthodontic treatment in adults

2018 ◽  
Vol 64 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-118
Author(s):  
Mioara Decusară ◽  
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Cerasella Dorina Şincar ◽  
Gabriel Valeriu Popa ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment In Adults

scholarly journals Level of Knowledge, Understanding, and Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Continuing Fixed Orthodontic Treatment in Adults: A Questionnaire Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 184-189
Author(s):  
RSVM Raghu Ram ◽  
I Ranganayakulu ◽  
K Anand Viswanadh ◽  
TSS Manikanta Kumar ◽  
C Viswa Chaitanya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Adult Patients ◽  
Missed Appointments ◽  
Clinical Area ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment In Adults ◽  
Status Disclosure ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Objectives: To evaluate the level of knowledge, understanding, and impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on adult patients regarding their ongoing fixed orthodontic treatment. Subjects and Methods: A cross-sectional and descriptive survey was conducted on 108 adult patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment at GSL Dental College (GSLDC), India. All the candidates were aged 18 years and above, who were in lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic and devoid of treatment. Results: Among the patients 43.5% were male and 56.5% were female; 22.3% were not at all aware that the COVID-19 virus spreads quickly in a dental setup; 64.8% were definitely willing for their status disclosure and to undergo pretreatment screening; 71.3% were definitely willing to adhere to strict appointment timings for adequate sanitization of the clinical area; 60.2% thought that missed appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic would prolong their overall orthodontic treatment and affect their treatment outcome; and 51.9% were financially affected due to the pandemic. Conclusions: Not all adult orthodontic patients were in knowledge of COVID-19 cross infection. The majority were in a state of understanding and willing to follow infection-eradicating protocols. Patients’ view on overall orthodontic treatment was altered due to the psychological and financial impact of COVID-19.

scholarly journals Impact of orthodontic treatment on self-esteem and quality of life of adult patients requiring oral rehabilitation

2016 ◽  
Vol 86 (5) ◽  
pp. 839-845 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa de Couto Nascimento ◽  
Ana Cláudia de Castro Ferreira Conti ◽  
Maurício de Almeida Cardoso ◽  
Danilo Pinelli Valarelli ◽  
Renata Rodrigues de Almeida-Pedrin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Adult Patients ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Psychological Benefits ◽  
Oral Rehabilitation ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment In Adults

ABSTRACT Objective:  To evaluate whether orthodontic treatment in adults requiring oral rehabilitation is effective for increasing patients’ self-esteem and quality of life (QoL). Materials and Methods:  The sample consisted of 102 adult patients (77 women and 25 men) aged between 18 and 66 years (mean, 35.1 years) requiring oral rehabilitation and orthodontic treatment simultaneously. Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem (RSE) Scale and a questionnaire about QoL based on the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) were used to determine self-esteem and QoL scores retrospectively. Questionnaires were carried out in two stages, T1 (start of treatment) and T2 (6 months after). To compare score changes between T1 and T2, the data obtained from the RSE Scale were evaluated with paired t tests, and data from the quality-of-life questionnaire were assessed by applying descriptive statistics. Results:  The results showed a statistically significant increase in self-esteem (P < .001) and a great improvement on patients’ QoL. Conclusions:  Orthodontic treatment causes a significant increase in self-esteem and QoL, providing psychological benefits for adult patients in need of oral rehabilitation.

Assessment of Awareness and Social Perceptions of Orthodontic Treatment Needs in Adult Age Group: A Questionnaire Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 95-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Rastogi ◽  
RS Jatti ◽  
KM Keluskar
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Questionnaire Study ◽  
Social Perceptions ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
School Students ◽  
Adult Age ◽  
Group A ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment In Adults

Abstract Aim The scope of orthodontics has widened to include not only children and adolescents but also adults, thereby abolishing the upper age limit. The aim of this study was to assess awareness and social perceptions of orthodontic treatment in adults. Material and methodology A cross saectional questionnaire study was conducted on parents of school children who were randomly selected from Private schools of Belgaum city. Questionnaire forms were distributed both in Hindi and English to a sample of 800 school students. Results Majority of the subjects in the study knew about orthodontic treatment and took treatment in their early age group with more percentage of males. Out of which only 46% subjects stated that their treatment was completed with proper retention and stability. Near about half of the subjects reported that they need orthodontic treatment in adult age. Conclusion Adult population is aware about orthodontic treatment needs and to improve smile and to straighten their teeth were the prime motivating factors for seeking treatment.

Localized Piezoelectric Alveolar Decortication for Orthodontic Treatment in Adults

2016 ◽  
Vol 95 (9) ◽  
pp. 1003-1009 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Charavet ◽  
G. Lecloux ◽  
A. Bruwier ◽  
E. Rompen ◽  
N. Maes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment In Adults
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