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Smoking cessation in the dental setting: a practical approach
Brijesh P Chandwani1, Barbara Perry, Steven Scrivani
1Craniofacial Pain Center, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
General Dentistry
|July 2, 2010
Summary
Dentists can help patients quit smoking using various methods like nicotine replacement therapies and behavioral counseling. This article outlines a protocol for integrating smoking cessation into regular dental check-ups to improve oral and overall health.
Area of Science:
- Oral health
- Public health
- Behavioral science
Background:
- Smoking is a major cause of preventable death and disease.
- Dental professionals are well-positioned to intervene in smoking cessation.
- Current cessation methods include pharmacotherapy and behavioral support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a smoking cessation protocol for dental practices.
- To integrate cessation interventions into routine oral care.
- To improve patient outcomes through a structured approach.
Main Methods:
- The protocol integrates assessment, brief counseling, and referral.
- It utilizes available cessation aids like nicotine replacement therapies.
- The approach is designed for routine dental appointments.
Main Results:
- Implementation of the protocol can increase quit rates.
- Routine dental care provides a platform for consistent cessation support.
- This approach addresses a critical public health issue.
Conclusions:
- A structured smoking cessation protocol can be effectively delivered in dental settings.
- Integrating cessation into oral care enhances its accessibility and impact.
- Dental professionals play a vital role in supporting patients to quit smoking.
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