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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Missed and canceled appointments are a significant issue in pediatric dental care.
  • These no-shows disrupt treatment continuity and clinic efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the frequency and reasons for missed/canceled pediatric dental appointments.
  • To identify factors associated with no-shows and explore management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A survey of 294 parents in a pediatric dental clinic in Navi Mumbai, India.
  • Self-administered questionnaires collected sociodemographic data, appointment reminder methods, and clinic experience.

Main Results:

  • 52% of patients missed appointments, primarily due to parental forgetfulness and patient exams.
  • Forgetfulness and other work commitments were key reasons for cancellations.
  • Younger patients, those relying on memory, and higher socioeconomic status were linked to higher no-show rates.

Conclusions:

  • Approximately half of pediatric dental appointments are missed.
  • Appointment reminders, particularly phone calls, are preferred by patients.
  • Addressing no-shows is crucial to optimize dental service delivery and patient care.