Challenges in curbing illegal orthodontics in Malaysia: A qualitative study on dental law enforcement

• Main Authors: Cheong, Joo Ming, Bahar, Aufa Dahlia, Kamarudin, Yasmin, Mohd Nor, Nor Azlida, Zainal Abidin, Haznita
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: 2022
• Subjects: RK Dentistry
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/101162/17/101162_Challenges%20in%20curbing%20illegal%20orthodontics%20in%20Malaysia.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/101162/; https://umevent.um.edu.my/NOHRI2022

Background: Braces are popular among teens in Southeast Asia because they are commonly associated with social status. This has led to a rise in the trend of fake braces, which are sold on the illegal market. Fake braces have raised public health concerns in Malaysia and despite ongoing efforts to in...