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Invisalign First: A Qualitative Study On The Perceived Benefits And Drawbacks Of Invisalign First As A Treatment Modality For Mixed Dentition Patients, Erin Walker, James Chen
Invisalign First: A Qualitative Study On The Perceived Benefits And Drawbacks Of Invisalign First As A Treatment Modality For Mixed Dentition Patients, Erin Walker, James Chen
Orthodontics and Endodontics Theses
Given the recent implementation of Invisalign First for early interceptive orthodontic treatment, a limited number of orthodontists have had experience with this treatment modality and there currently are no published studies on the topic. The present study aims to use a qualitative survey to identify common themes in providers’ perceptions of Invisalign First as a new treatment option for early interceptive orthodontics. Twenty-three orthodontists in the private practice sector voluntarily participated in an open-ended survey via email. The results of the survey indicate the following common themes in regards to benefits of Invisalign First: fewer emergencies, patient comfort, patient experience, …