Practice of lingual orthodontics and practitioners’ opinion and experience with lingual braces in the United States

Background A survey was done on practicing Orthodontists in the United States on their experience with lingual orthodontics. The objectives of this survey study were to assess 1) the satisfaction level with cases treated with lingual orthodontics, 2) factors that influence clinicians' decision to utilize or not utilize lingual braces in their current practices, and 3) intention of using lingual braces in their future practices, if not used currently, in the U.S. Material and methods A survey questionnaire was electronically distributed to 2,200 active U.S. members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). Results 85 orthodontists completed the survey. About 25% of respondents prac…