Comparison of Cultural Competence Between Dental House Officers and General Dentists: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

All patients deserve quality care, regardless of their cultural, ethnic, or linguistic backgrounds. In Pakistan's diverse society, cultural competence in dentistry is crucial for patient-centered care. This study assesses and compares cultural competence levels between dental house officers (DHOs) and general dentists (GDs).

Methods

A cross-sectional, self-reported study was conducted at Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine, Karachi, over 6 months. A validated questionnaire (α = 0.856) on a 4 to 5-point scale assessed five attributes via Google forms. Data were analyzed using SPSS 23. Independent Sample t-test was used to compare DHOs and GDs, while ANOVA evaluated differences in GDs' qualification and practice settings.

Results

A total of 31

SUBMITTER: Sarfaraz S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12010206 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature