Table 1 Behaviour change technique themes with examples related to orthodontics
Theme | Example(s) |
|---|---|
Feedback and monitoring | Patient completes a daily chart of how many hours they have worn headgear, and this can be self-monitored or monitored by the clinician with feedback. |
Shaping knowledge | Show the patient a video on how to insert, remove and look after an appliance. |
Repetition and substitution | Practice placing elastics with the patient in the dental chair to ensure they are confident to do it alone at home. |