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"A bit chill, a bit silly" a qualitative study on adolescents' views of dental clinical encounters in Norway
Arefe Jasbi1, Anika Kurshed2, Zoe Marshman3
1Department of Design, Faculty of Architecture and Design, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway. arefehsadat.seyedmehdijasbi@ntnu.no.
Background:
Adolescents' perspectives on dental clinical encounters are often overlooked in oral health research. Anxiety and fear during dental visits are prevalent among adolescents, negatively impacting their oral health behaviors.
Methods:
This study aimed to explore adolescents' perspectives on dental clinical encounters in Norway and identify ways to make these experiences more positive and engaging. Using participatory research methods, qualitative data were collected from 50 adolescents (aged 13-19) during a summer camp organized by Changefactory, a non-profit organization that aims to improve public services for children. Peer researchers co-developed the questions, which were delivered via digital tablets to ensure anonymous and candid responses. Thematic analysis was used to explore participants' insights.
Results:
There were two main themes: (1) Comfort with the clinic's environment and staff, emphasizing the need for informal, friendly interactions and a calming setting, and (2) Meaningful interactions, highlighting clear, honest communication, direct engagement with adolescents, and positive reinforcement through rewards or compliments.
Conclusions:
Incorporating adolescents' feedback into dental practice can create more engaging and supportive clinical experiences. Participatory research methods provided deeper insights into their needs, suggesting practical interventions to improve oral health outcomes and enhance person-centered care.
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