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Work-pattern differences between male and female orthodontists.

Jeffrey J Blasius1, Eung-Kwon Pae

  • 1Department of Orthodontics, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, USA.

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics : Official Publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, Its Constituent Societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics
|September 20, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Work patterns of male and female orthodontists show some differences, with childcare impacting female orthodontists' schedules. Despite variations, overall practice weeks are similar when adjusted for leave, indicating comparable commitment in the field of orthodontics.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Specialties
  • Orthodontics
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The field of orthodontics has historically been male-dominated.
  • Recent trends show a significant increase in the number of women entering dentistry and specialized fields like orthodontics.
  • Understanding potential differences in practice patterns between male and female orthodontists is crucial for future workforce planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate practice behaviors and productivity differences between male and female orthodontists.
  • To identify factors influencing work patterns, such as age, marital status, and number of children.
  • To inform dental schools in producing adequate numbers of future orthodontic providers.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 798 orthodontists, achieving a 68.8% response rate.

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  • Questionnaires focused on practice behavior and productivity to assess sex-based differences.
  • Data analysis considered age, marital status, and number of children as potential influencing factors.

    • Main Results:

    • The number of children was a significant predictor of work hours and leave duration for female orthodontists.
    • Solo practitioners were prevalent across both sexes, though women were less likely to be owners.
    • Women worked slightly fewer days and patient care hours weekly, but annual practice weeks were comparable to men when adjusted for leave.
    • Female non-owners were more prone to extended leaves of absence.

    Conclusions:

    • Work patterns exhibit some differences between male and female orthodontists.
    • These observed differences may be less significant than other contributing factors.
    • Further research is recommended to fully understand the nuances of practice patterns in orthodontics.