Key Insights: 2023 Orthodontic Practice Survey

Despite challenges the future looks promising

The 2023 Orthodontic Practice Survey, conducted by Orthodontic Products and Levin Group, Inc., revealed several interesting trends and insights impacting the orthodontic industry. 

Here are the key takeaways:

- Production Trends: For the first time in three years, the survey observed a 4.7% decline in average production per orthodontist, signaling a potential shift in market dynamics post-pandemic.

- Staffing Challenges Persist: Staffing remains a significant hurdle, with 81% of respondents acknowledging a shortage of orthodontic staff. The industry faces a long-term challenge in attracting and training qualified personnel.

- Innovations in Practice Management: Many practices are focusing on improving efficiencies through enhanced systems for new patient starts, robust observation programs, and optimizing treatment coordinator processes.

- Patient Volume and Referrals: In 2023, nearly three-quarters of respondents (72%) reported maintaining or increasing their total patient volume compared to 2022, primarily driven by referrals from doctors and existing patients.

Learn more about the study: 

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