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The dentist's role in bereavement support.

G T Chiodo1, S W Tolle

  • 1Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, Oregon, 611 SW Campus Drive, Portland, OR 97201, USA.

General Dentistry
|February 24, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Dentists increasingly support terminally ill patients and their families. Providing bereavement support is beneficial but stressful, highlighting the need for formal education in dental end-of-life care.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Medicine
  • Palliative Care

Background:

  • The aging population retains more natural teeth.
  • An increasing number of individuals face terminal illnesses, leading to more frequent patient deaths in dental practices.

Observation:

  • Dentists and their staff are increasingly encountering dying patients and patient deaths.
  • These situations necessitate providing support for both the terminally ill and the bereaved survivors.
  • Dentists are found to be effective in offering bereavement support, which significantly benefits survivors.

Findings:

  • Providing end-of-life and bereavement support is stressful for dental professionals.
  • Many dentists report a need for more comprehensive formal education in managing these sensitive situations.
  • Ethical obligations within the doctor-patient relationship extend to open discussions with dying patients and supporting their loved ones.

Implications:

  • Dentists have a professional duty to provide compassionate care, including bereavement support.
  • Appropriate actions like sending sympathy cards, attending funerals, and making follow-up calls are beneficial and appreciated by survivors.
  • Enhanced training in end-of-life care and bereavement support is crucial for dental practitioners.

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