Application and evolution of design in oral health: A systematic mapping study with an interactive evidence map.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

There is increasing recognition of the value and capabilities of design in healthcare. Beyond the development of medical devices, design is increasingly being applied to intangible, complex and systemic healthcare problems. However, there is limited evidence on the use of design specifically in the field of oral health. This systematic mapping study aims to collate and catalogue evidence of design in oral health.

Methods

A systematic search of academic databases and grey literature was performed. Duplicate results were removed, and publications relating to the same project were grouped. Reviewers from design and oral health independently screened a sample of the dataset. Projects of both relevance to oral health, and with input from a designer or clear implementat

SUBMITTER: Leason I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10952138 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature