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Toothwear histories: a sensitive issue

E A Kidd1, B G Smith

  • 1United Medical and Dental Schools, Guy's Hospital, London, UK.

Dental Update
|May 1, 1993
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Tooth wear is natural with age but can become pathological. This study presents two methods for gathering sensitive patient information, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Health
  • Patient Communication

Background:

  • Tooth wear is a common condition, often associated with aging.
  • Certain pathological conditions can accelerate or exacerbate tooth wear.
  • Effective patient history taking is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe two distinct strategies for eliciting sensitive personal information from dental patients.
  • To improve the quality of information obtained from patients who may be hesitant to disclose details.
  • To enhance the diagnostic process for conditions related to tooth wear.

Main Methods:

  • The article outlines two qualitative approaches for patient interviews.
  • Focus is placed on building rapport and trust with patients.

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  • Techniques for asking non-intrusive, open-ended questions are detailed.

    • Main Results:

    • The described strategies facilitate the disclosure of sensitive information.
    • Patients reported feeling more comfortable sharing personal details using these methods.
    • Improved patient-dentist communication was observed.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed strategies are effective in obtaining crucial patient data.
    • Enhanced communication can lead to more accurate diagnoses of pathological tooth wear.
    • These methods support a patient-centered approach in dental practice.