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Original Research

Motivation of adult female patients seeking orthodontic treatment: an application of Q-methodology

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Pages 249-256 | Published online: 09 Feb 2015

Figures & data

Table 1 Demographics of participants (n=37)

Figure 1 Eleven-point scale.

Figure 1 Eleven-point scale.

Figure 2 Q-grid for factor 1. Patients who focus on self-perception of their appearance.

Notes: *Distinguishing statement significant at P<0.05; **distinguishing statement significant at P<0.01. Bold type indicates distinguishing statements for factor 1 compared with other factors (factor 2, 3 and 4).
Abbreviation: S, statement.
Figure 2 Q-grid for factor 1. Patients who focus on self-perception of their appearance.

Figure 3 Q-grid for factor 2. Patients who are concerned about the esthetics and function of their teeth.

Notes: *Distinguishing statement significant at P<0.05; **distinguishing statement significant at P<0.01. Bold type indicates distinguishing statements for factor 2 compared with other factors.
Abbreviation: S, statement.
Figure 3 Q-grid for factor 2. Patients who are concerned about the esthetics and function of their teeth.

Figure 4 Q-grid for factor 3. Patients who are easily influenced by others.

Notes: *Distinguishing statement significant at P<0.05; **distinguishing statement significant at P<0.01. Bold type indicates distinguishing statements for factor 3 compared with other factors.
Abbreviation: S, statement.
Figure 4 Q-grid for factor 3. Patients who are easily influenced by others.

Figure 5 Q-grid for factor 4. Patients who want to improve their confidence and abandon negative thoughts caused by their teeth.

Notes: *Distinguishing statement significant at P<0.05; **distinguishing statement significant at P<0.01. Bold type indicates distinguishing statements for factor 4 compared with other factors.
Abbreviation: S, statement.
Figure 5 Q-grid for factor 4. Patients who want to improve their confidence and abandon negative thoughts caused by their teeth.

Table 2 Statements and factor scores