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Private practice dentists' conceptions of overtreatment: A qualitative study from Norway
Julie Skrede Edvinsen1, Bjørn Hofmann2
1Dental Hygienist, University of Oslo.
Acta Odontologica Scandinavica
|November 5, 2024
Summary
Norwegian dentists recognize overtreatment as a problem, influenced by factors like social media and commercialization. They acknowledge their role and responsibility in preventing unnecessary dental procedures.
Area of Science:
- Dental Practice Management
- Healthcare Sustainability
- Professional Ethics
Background:
- Overtreatment poses a significant threat to sustainable healthcare systems.
- Understanding professional conceptions of overtreatment is crucial for addressing this issue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate Norwegian private practice dentists' conceptions of overtreatment.
- To identify factors influencing overtreatment in dental care.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving interviews with six private practice dentists.
- Verbatim transcription and thematic analysis of interview data.
- Six-step thematic analysis process including coding and theme identification.
Main Results:
- Dentists are familiar with overtreatment and its examples, viewing it as a problem.
- Shifting treatment boundaries, particularly towards aesthetic and cosmetic procedures, were noted.
- Internal factors (e.g., professional prestige) and external conditions (e.g., social media, commercialization) drive overtreatment.
- Informed patient consent was seen to reduce the problematic nature of overtreatment.
Conclusions:
- Norwegian dentists are aware of overtreatment and its contributing factors.
- Dentists acknowledge their power to influence overtreatment and the associated responsibility.
- The findings highlight critical issues regarding dentists' professional accountability and integrity.
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