Examination of orthodontic expenditures and trends in the United States from 1996 to 2016: disparities across demographics and insurance payers

• Main Authors: Man Hung (Author), Sharon Su (Author), Eric S. Hon (Author), Edgar Tilley (Author), Alex Macdonald (Author), Evelyn Lauren (Author), Glen Roberson (Author), Martin S. Lipsky (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2021-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Orthodontics prevent and treat facial, dental, and occlusal anomalies. Untreated orthodontic problems can lead to significant dental public health issues, making it important to understand expenditures for orthodontic treatment. This study examined orthodontic expenditures and tr...