Orthodontic extractions referrals to oral surgery: Are we complying with the British orthodontic society risk management guidelines?

Introduction: Referrals for orthodontic extractions request the removal of teeth, often with no obvious pathology, and are therefore at high risk of wrong tooth extractions. This can be avoided by ensuring clear communication in referrals. British orthodontic society risk management guidelines (BOS) state how orthodontic extractions should be notated in writing plus a second notation to avoid miscommunication. This audit aimed to assess the quality of orthodontic referrals to the oral surgery department in University of Manchester Dental Hospital (UMDH) by assessing their compliance with the BOS risk management guidelines.

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