Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3116151 | American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics | 2015 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
This study demonstrates that orthognathic patients look to the Internet to supplement information regarding their proposed treatment. This may suggest a possible gap in the provision of information by health care professionals. However, it is clear that patients use Internet forums to seek additional information, support, and reassurance from peers undergoing similar treatment. Therefore, there is a need for clinicians to ensure that patients have access and are guided to appropriate and relevant Internet resources.
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Authors
Gurprit Bhamrah, Sofia Ahmad, Sinead NiMhurchadha,