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Evaluating the cost-effectiveness of orthodontic provision
S Richmond1, C J Phillips, F Dunstan
1Department of Dental Health and Biological Sciences, Dental School, Heath Park, Cardiff, CFI4 4XY.
Abstract:
The assessment of orthodontic provision is important to determine if treatment was necessary and undertaken appropriately. The ICON objectively quantifies orthodontic treatment need, complexity and outcome and is a valuable occlusal index in the assessment effectiveness of orthodontic care. It is possible to develop cost-effectiveness models by analysing the costs and effectiveness of orthodontic treatment. Several methods are illustrated to compare the orthodontic provision of specialist orthodontists.