Current situation, trends, and challenges navigating temporary anchorage devices usage among orthodontists in China: a comprehensive multi-center survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The temporary anchorage devices (TADs) are presently a viable and popular treatment option for orthodontics all over the world. However, there is a lack of investigation and research on its application among orthodontists in China. This study aims to explore factors influencing temporary anchorage devices usage and compare current perspectives and usage patterns between orthodontic specialists and general dentists, thereby establishing new consensus and guiding future improvements.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using a multi-center structured questionnaire was designed. The Chi-square test, Mann-Whitney U test, and logistic regression were performed.

Results

Respondents were from 30 provincial-level regions. Most doctors had relatively rich clinical exper

SUBMITTER: Chen Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11843738 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature