Oral Health in Palliative Care: An Exploratory Study of Public Dental Practitioners' Perceptions in Sydney, Australia.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Oral health problems are prevalent among people receiving palliative care, affecting their quality of life. However, little is known about dental practitioners' perspectives in this setting. Thus, this study aimed to explore the perceptions of public dental practitioners regarding the provision of dental care for people who receive palliative care. Methods: An exploratory focus group with 21 public dental practitioners, with a mean of 8.24 years of experience, was conducted in a public oral health service in Sydney, Australia. The focus group was transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. Results: Three themes were identified: (1) enhancing quality of life in palliative care through improved oral health; (2) navigating the systemic and practical ch

SUBMITTER: George A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12469769 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature