Effect of result retention on patient satisfaction with orthodontic treatment

Abstract

Background. Nowadays, the number of orthodontic care requests has increased significantly. The technical capabilities of orthodontics have improved exponentially with technological progress. The necessary care can now be provided at almost any age, and the need for aesthetic results has increased, as motivated by the mass media. As a result, patients have high demands to orthodontists. New technologies, such as cortical support, can solve dental abnormalities that previously could only be cured by surgery. However, maintaining high-quality results remains a challenge. Materials and methods. The objective parameters of orthodontic treatment were analyzed and compared with the subjective assessment of patients. Conclusion. The patients motivation, the desire to cooperate with the doctor, and a clear understanding of the treatment goals enable to obtain and retain high-quality results for a sufficiently long period of time.