Orthodontic Treatment Completion and Discontinuation in a Rural Sample from North Central Appalachia in the USA

Frontiers in Public Health

Chris A. Martin¹ 

关键词: orthodontics;    dentistry;    Appalachian region;    rural;    health disparities;    treatment completion;    adherence;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2017.00171

学科分类：卫生学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

BackgroundOrthodontics has inherent demands, requiring regular appointments and active patient engagement, but relatively little is established in regard to rates of completion of treatment and possible factors affecting successful completion. These factors may be particularly important for cultural minority groups, such as those in rural Appalachia, given the environmental, social, and economic complexities affecting access to and utilization of treatment.

【 授权许可】

CC BY