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Children's perspective on the dentist's attire.

Anup Panda¹, Iti Garg, Anamaya P Bhobe

¹Department of Paediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Pad. Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai, India.

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Children prefer dentists in formal attire, including white coats and plain masks, to reduce dental anxiety. This attire helps build a positive patient-dentist relationship for better healthcare delivery.

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Area of Science:

Paediatric Dentistry
Child Psychology
Healthcare Communication

Background:

Dental anxiety is a significant challenge in paediatric dentistry.
Dentist's presentation significantly impacts child patient rapport and treatment acceptance.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate school children's perceptions of dentists' attire.
To understand children's preferences to foster successful patient-dentist relationships.

Main Methods:

A questionnaire survey was administered to 619 school children (ages 6-14).
Data collected on children's attitudes towards dentist attire and appearance.

Main Results:

Most children favored traditional formal attire, white coats, and name badges.
Plain masks and white gloves were preferred over protective eyewear or headcaps.
Closed shoes and no jewelry were preferred, though wristwatches were acceptable.

Conclusions:

Dentist attire influences children's perceptions and anxiety levels.
Findings can guide dentists in selecting appropriate attire to improve child patient experiences.
Optimizing dentist presentation can enhance healthcare delivery in paediatric dentistry.