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  • Behavioral Science
  • Dental Public Health
  • Health Psychology

Background:

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a proven method for behavior change across various health domains.
  • Its application in dental settings can address patient oral hygiene and other lifestyle factors.
  • MI offers a structured approach to facilitate patient-centered behavior modification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide dental professionals with an overview of Motivational Interviewing.
  • To highlight the utility of MI as a brief intervention in dental practices.
  • To offer practical suggestions for implementing MI to support positive patient behavior change.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing literature on Motivational Interviewing in healthcare.
  • It focuses on the four core processes of MI: engaging, focusing, evoking, and planning.
  • The review examines the collaborative and patient-centered nature of the MI approach.

Main Results:

  • Motivational Interviewing effectively enhances patient motivation for behavior change.
  • It improves the clinician-patient relationship, leading to better health outcomes.
  • MI provides a flexible framework for delivering advice on diet, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption.

Conclusions:

  • Motivational Interviewing is a valuable tool for dental professionals to improve patient oral health behaviors.
  • Its collaborative and patient-centered nature fosters intrinsic motivation for lasting change.
  • Implementing MI can significantly enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction within the dental practice.