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1Orthodontic Department, Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, LS2 9LU, UK. trevorhodge@eggconnect.net
Abstract:
The introduction of orthodontic therapists in 2007 has led to significant changes to the delivery of orthodontic treatment in the UK. This article outlines the author's experience of training therapists on the Yorkshire Orthodontic Therapy Course and discusses challenges faced by this new way of providing orthodontics in the UK.
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