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Multidisciplinary perspectives to prevent occupational health-related conditions among dental practitioners
Rajeshree Moodley1, J Van Wyk2
11Discipline of Dentistry, School of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Introduction:
The prevalence of occupational health conditions is high among dental practitioners and this study investigated the role which occupational health plays in dental training.
Purpose/Objectives:
This study was conducted to explore occupational health and to determine the topics to include from an occupational health perspective into the dental curriculum.
Methods:
A descriptive qualitative study was conducted to explore the perceptions of dental practitioners, dental academics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, occupational health specialists, ergonomists, optometrists and audiologists about dental training from an occupational health perspective in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. The interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach was used in this study.
Results:
Three main themes became evident that hinged on varying understanding of occupational health-related conditions to dental practice, how practitioners experience practising in the resource-poor settings and its impact on the dental practice. There was also a lack of awareness of the occupational health policies and practices, which could inform safe dental practice.
Conclusion:
Dental academics should gain input from a multidisciplinary team. An occupational health course with a student-centred approach would enrich the dental curriculum and make dental practitioners more aware of occupational health issues.
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