Electronic Resource
Oxford, UK
:
Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Journal of public health dentistry
64 (2004), S. 0
ISSN:
1752-7325
Source:
Blackwell Publishing Journal Backfiles 1879-2005
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Background: Pediatric health care providers may be the only source of preventive oral health education for families of young children who lack access to professional dental care. Objective: We surveyed Washington State pediatricians in order to characterize their oral health-related educational needs and anticipatory guidance practices. Methods: A 38-question survey was mailed to all 606 general pediatricians in Washington State. Topics included anticipatory practices and confidence in oral health-related activities. Results: Of 483 eligible participants, 271 returned completed surveys (response rate: 57%). A median of 30 percent of the well-child visit was devoted to providing anticipatory guidance. A majority (83.7%) of respondents reported providing anticipatory guidance on oral health. Conclusion: Washington State pediatricians are already involved in providing oral health anticipatory guidance. Certain factors are identified that should be addressed to allow pediatricians to promote oral health more effectively.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1752-7325.2004.tb02737.x
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