Table 7.
OOP price elasticity of demand with provider fixed effects
| Intervention | OOP price elasticity of demand [95% CI] | |
|---|---|---|
| Age group 0–17 | Age group 18+ | |
| Prev. exams and oral hygiene advice | – 0.002 [– 0.003; – 0.002] | – 0.022 [– 0.023; – 0.021] |
| Dental cleanings | – 0.008 [– 0.009; – 0.008] | – 0.002 [– 0.003; – 0.002] |
| Fissure sealants | 0.001 [0.000; 0.001] | NA |
| Fluoride applications | – 0.001 [– 0.002; – 0.001] | NA |
| Direct restorations | – 0.009 [– 0.010; – 0.008] | 0.001 [– 0.001; 0.003] |
| Extractions | 0.004 [0.002; 0.006] | 0.061 [0.046; 0.076] |
| Radiographs | 0.012 [0.011; 0.013] | 0.099 [0.092; 0.106] |
Dependent variable: number of treatment sessions including the respective treatment provided by provider at time . Model includes provider-level fixed effects. Confidence intervals are denoted in brackets