Journal article
The minimal important difference in orthodontic treatment duration: a survey across adult patients
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The minimal important difference (MID) is defined as the smallest difference that the patient perceives as important. Furthermore, the smallest worthwhile effect (SWE) is the important change measured with the benefit-harm trade-off method. The aim of this study was to evaluate the MID in orthodontic treatment duration to inform the decision regarding seeking procedures to accelerate orthodontic tooth movement and reduce treatment …
Authors
Mheissen S; Koletsi D; Joria AB; Khan H; Alharbi F; Koretsi V; Awaisi ZH; Qamar R; Saeed H; Alrefaiy YA
Journal
European Journal of Orthodontics, Vol. 46, No. 3,
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
June 1, 2024
DOI
10.1093/ejo/cjae027
ISSN
0141-5387