Interproximal reduction of teeth: differences in perspective between orthodontists and dentists.

Objective: To determine if interproximal reduction of teeth (IPR) is perceived differently by orthodontists and general dentists.

Materials And Methods: A Web-based survey containing statements about IPR was developed and randomly distributed to orthodontists and general dentists.

Results: The majority of orthodontists and general dentists strongly agreed that IPR is a minimally invasive procedure that poses little risk for the development of interproximal decay.