Perceptions of clinicians on promoting oral health care in an alcohol and other drug use health care service: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Alcohol and illicit drug use is linked to a higher prevalence of oral health complications. However, substance use can lead to avoidance of dental services due to anxiety and competing health priorities. This study explores current knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinicians of an alcohol and other drug service regarding promoting oral health among their clients.

Methods

Exploratory qualitative design using semi-structured interviews with medical and nursing staff working as alcohol and other drug professionals in a Drug Health Service in South Western Sydney, Australia.

Results

Three main themes were identified: perceptions of providing oral health care to clients; barriers to promoting oral health care; and recommendations for oral health integrati

SUBMITTER: Sengupta A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11886495 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature