Stress Attributes for Indian Orthodontic Practitioners: A Cross-sectional Study

Abstract

Background: Because orthodontists work long hours and maintain a relationship with each patient for many years prior to the end of treatment, they may encounter unusually stressful situations. Materials and Methods: A self-administered, anonymous survey was disseminated to orthodontic residents and practitioners in India. The survey includes 29 probable stressors. Result: Over 61% of respondents opined that these factors are the most stressful in orthodontic practice.

Keywords

• occupational stressors
• orthodontic residents
• orthodontists
• survey