Eight-hundred-and-twenty-two British orthodontists were sent questionnaires regarding their use of ceramic brackets. Five-hundred-and-forty-six (66 per cent) responded, and from these, 512 (62 per cent) were analysed. Approximately half of these operators had experience with ceramic brackets, but only 32 operators had treated more than 30 patients. Clinicians' experiences and problems during treatment and debonding are discussed.
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