From: A survey of protocols and trends in orthodontic retention
Factors influencing the choice of a retention protocol | Number | Work experience (years) | p | |
---|---|---|---|---|
≤ 10 years (n = 38) | > 10 years (n = 43) | |||
Knowledge and skills gained in postgraduate studies | 81 | 31 (81.6) | 23 (53.5) | 0.007* |
Clinical experience | 81 | 24 (63.2) | 40 (93.0) | 0.001* |
Knowledge gained from orthodontic books | 81 | 18 (47.4) | 26 (60.5) | 0.238 |
Knowledge gained from the Internet | 81 | 17 (44.7) | 14 (32.6) | 0.260 |
Other factors | 81 | 6 (15.8) | 3 (7.0) | 0.208 |