Professional consensus on orthodontic risks: what orthodontists should tell their patients. A cross-sectional study at Saidu college of dentistry, Swat.
Erum Behroz Khan, Huda Ghaffar, Neelam Shah Jehan, Muhammad Zaheen, Tufail Muhammad, Ali Raza Jafri
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Abstract
The importance of transparent communication regarding orthodontic risks during the informed consent process in paramount in terms of ensuring a strong orthodontistpatient relationship. Conducted on a national scale in Pakistan, the current study was planned to establish a consensus among orthodontic professionals regarding critical risks involved in such a discussion. The crosssectional survey involving 132 orthodontists across Pakistan led to the emergence of 10 key risks, including relapse, treatment duration and gingivitis. However, the study's sole focus on orthodontists' perspectives limited its insights, overlooking invaluable input from patients' experiences. Nevertheless, the consensus underscored the significance of addressing these risks to ensure informed consent and patient autonomy. Going forward, it is imperative to customise this evidence-based information according to individual patient needs, and maintain an ongoing dialogue regarding potential risks, fostering a collaborative approach to orthodontic care and decision-making.
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Primarily being a medical journal, JPMA publishes scholarly research focusing on the various fields in the areas of health and medical education. It publishes original research describing recent advances in health particularly clinical studies, clinical trials, assessments of pathogens of diagnostic importance, medical genetics and epidemiological studies. Review articles highlighting importance of various issues in the domain of public health, drug research and medical education are also accepted. As a leading journal of South Asia, JPMA remains cognizant of the recent advances in the rapidly growing fields of biomedical sciences, it invites and encourages scholars to write short reviews and invited editorials on the emerging issues. We particularly aim to promote health standards of developing countries by encouraging manuscript submissions on issues affecting the public health and health delivery services.