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Problems in restorative dentistry: who copes with them?

S J Jardine1, R M Basker, J P Ralph

  • 1Division of Restorative Dentistry, Leeds Dental Institute.

British Dental Journal
|March 11, 1995
PubMed
Summary

General dental practitioners often require consultant support for complex restorative cases, particularly for elderly patients. Distance to specialists can be a barrier, highlighting a high demand for restorative dentistry services in the Yorkshire Region.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Dental Public Health

Background:

  • General dental practitioners (GDPs) face various restorative challenges.
  • Access to specialist restorative dentistry services can be limited by geographical factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess GDPs' willingness and ability to manage restorative problems.
  • To determine if distance to hospital acts as a barrier to seeking specialist advice or treatment.
  • To identify the demand for consultant restorative dentistry services in the Yorkshire Region.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire survey was distributed to GDPs in the Yorkshire Region.
  • The survey explored dentists' approaches to managing specific restorative issues.
  • It also investigated the impact of travel distance on seeking specialist consultation.

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Main Results:

  • Only one-third of GDPs were willing to manage complex cases like difficult complete dentures, obturator replacements, or severe periodontal issues.
  • Travel distance was a significant barrier, especially for managing elderly edentulous patients.
  • A high demand for consultant advice and treatment in restorative dentistry was identified.

Conclusions:

  • There is a substantial need for enhanced restorative dentistry support services in the Yorkshire Region.
  • Geographical accessibility to specialist care requires consideration to meet patient needs.
  • Further investigation into service provision models may be warranted to address the identified demand gap.