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The aim is to assess the current awareness and usage patterns of clear aligner therapy among dental practitioners.

March 28, 2026Open Access

The current landscape of clear aligner usage: A KAP survey among orthodontists and dental practitioners

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The aim is to assess the current awareness and usage patterns of clear aligner therapy among dental practitioners.
Cross-sectional survey conducted among 112 dental practitioners
Participants included orthodontists and general dentists
Data analysis performed using descriptive and inferential statistics via SPSS
Mean age of practitioners was 33.97 years, with 73.2% being orthodontists
60.7% of practitioners had received training in clear aligner therapy
41.1% reported no clinical experience with clear aligners
Major barriers to adoption identified were cost (77.7%) and patient compliance (46.4%)

Abstract

Background: Clear aligner therapy (CAT) adoption varies among practitioners. Methods: Cross-sectional validated survey among 112 practitioners (orthodontists 73.2% orthodontists. 60.7% had CAT training; 41.1% no clinical experience. Major barriers: cost (77.7%), patient compliance (46.4%). Practitioners willing for further CAT training. Conclusion: Knowledge–practice gaps exist; targeted continuing education and cost considerations may enhance adoption.

The current landscape of clear aligner usage: A KAP survey among orthodontists and dental practitioners

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