Dentists' Approaches to Treatment Decision-Making for People with Dementia: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Globally, the number of people living with dementia (PLwD) is projected to increase substantially. Dentists will encounter an increasing number of PLwD retaining natural teeth who need dental care. Dental treatment planning can be complex for PLwD as both oral diseases and dental treatment can be detrimental to patients' oral and social function and comfort. In addition, patients may lack the capacity to make decisions about their treatment, posing further challenges for dentists.

Objective

This study aimed to explore dentists' approach to treatment decision-making with or for PLwD.

Methods

Semistructured one-to-one interviews were completed with 22 dentists between April 2020 and March 2021. Data generation and analysis followed the principles of constru

SUBMITTER: Geddis-Regan A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11318378 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature