Negotiating Clinical Need for Dental Implants
Author Information
Author(s): Catherine E Exley, Nikki S Rousseau, Jimmy Steele, Tracy Finch, James Field, Cam Donaldson, J Mark Thomason, Carl R May, Janice S Ellis
Primary Institution: Newcastle University
Hypothesis
How do clinicians and patients negotiate clinical need and treatment decisions within a context of finite resources?
Conclusion
The study provides insights into how clinical need and treatment decisions are influenced by social, psychological, and financial factors.
Supporting Evidence
- The study aims to understand how clinical need is negotiated in the context of limited resources.
- It highlights the importance of both patient and clinician perspectives in decision-making.
- The research addresses a gap in knowledge regarding dental implant treatment decisions.
Takeaway
This study looks at how dentists and patients decide on dental implants when money is tight, helping us understand their choices better.
Methodology
Mixed methods including structured questionnaires and qualitative interviews with dental practitioners and patients.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in decision-making influenced by socio-economic factors and the financial environment.
Limitations
Limited information on the actual number of patients who refuse treatment and the unusual nature of ISOD treatment in primary care.
Participant Demographics
Participants include general dental practitioners and patients from various socio-economic backgrounds.
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