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Adult orthodontic patients: What is important to them?
Aoibheann Wall1, Neil Hillyard2, Fiona S Ryan1
1Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, London, UK.
Journal of Orthodontics
|June 11, 2024
Summary
Adults seeking private orthodontic treatment are primarily motivated by aesthetics. Social media and societal acceptance significantly influence decisions, alongside concerns about treatment duration and cost.
Area of Science:
- Dental research
- Orthodontics
- Patient psychology
Background:
- Increasing number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment.
- Limited understanding of adult patient motivations and decision-making factors in the private sector.
- Need for comprehensive insights into patient-centered care in orthodontics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate adult patients' motivations for orthodontic treatment.
- To identify information needs of patients undergoing private orthodontic care.
- To explore factors influencing decision-making for orthodontic treatment.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional online questionnaire study.
- Survey distributed to adults in the UK and Republic of Ireland considering, undergoing, or having completed private orthodontic treatment.
- 209 completed responses analyzed.
Main Results:
- Aesthetics ('improve the appearance of my teeth') was the primary motivator (82%).
- Key information sought included treatment duration (64%), end results (56%), appliance types (55%), and cost (52%).
- Social factors like social media presence (31%) and social acceptability (31%) influenced decisions.
Conclusions:
- Aesthetics remain a dominant driver for adult orthodontic treatment.
- Social media and perceived social norms play a significant role in treatment decisions.
- Effective communication regarding treatment duration is crucial for adult orthodontic patients.
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