Scenario-Based Assessment of Children and Parents Preferences towards a Paediatric Dental Setup – An Observational Study
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 17, Issue 2
Abstract
Abstract:Introduction: The child’s first impression about a paediatric dental set up may have a lasting impact on his dental behaviour and attitude. Paediatric dental services can provide an enhancedchild-friendly experience with a relaxed environment by incorporating certain preferences of children and parents. However, few studies have addressed their perspective for a paediatric dental setup. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the scenario based preferences of children and parents towards a paediatric dental setup. Methodology:60 children between 6 to 12 years of age and their parents were recruited for the study. A PowerPoint based study tool was developed to include pediatric dental clinic and related scenarios. The participants chose, rated or ranked their preferences as per the scenario-based age appropriate questionnaire. The highest preferences were chosen as final responses. The frequencies of responses were compared using a Chi-squared test. Results:Participants preferred a colourful choices for dental setup and dental personnel attire.Poster was the preferred tool for oral health education. All participants preferred female gender for dental health personnel, however,parents preferred either gender.Conclusion:Patient preferred environment may bring about a change in the oral health behaviours of children and improve the parent’s perception towards child oral health care.
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Dr. Krutika Gedam, Dr. Amar Katre2
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