Are orofacial pain assessment tools for adults who cannot self-report pain suitable for dental practice? A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study aims to identify and appraise orofacial pain assessment tools designed to score pain in adults who cannot self-report and rate their suitability for dental practice.

Methods

A protocolled systematic scoping review, in accordance with Joanna Briggs Institute methods was completed. A development panel (n = 7) reviewed attributes of each tool for suitability for use in dental practice, using predefined criteria.

Results

Nine studies were included. Sample size ranged from n = 22 to n = 348; all participants were 65 years plus and had a cognitive impairment or dementia, excluding controls. Four tools were identified: Facial action coding system (FACS), mobilization-observation-behavior-intensity in dementia pain scale (MOBID I & II) and, orofacial p

SUBMITTER: Mac Giolla Phadraig C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11628773 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature