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Factors that influence the demand for OT reported in the literature.
| Factors | Reference number |
|---|---|
| Dentist attitude | 4, 5, 8, 26 |
| Patient’s self-esteem | 1, 4, 21, 24, 27 |
| Peer influence (parents, friends, teachers, society) | 1, 3–5, 8, 14, 21, 24, 28–31 |
| Oral health | 8, 21, 27 |
| Economic situation | 3, 5, 28, 30, 32 |
| Patient/parent education | 3–5 |
| Self-perception | 5, 14, 28, 33 |
| Dental Aesthetics/Facial Attractiveness | 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 14, 21, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31–35 |
| Time using the orthodontic device | 8, 14 |
