Sarah Alrumaim, Nada Farsi, Najat Farsi, Khlood Baghlaf, Deema Farsi
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Abstract
Background: Teledentistry has supplemented current dental healthcare systems and has been proven effective in pediatric dentistry.
Aim: To investigate the feasibility and acceptability of a virtual pediatric dentistry clinic (VC).
Design: This mixed methods study used an explanatory sequential design. First, a quantitative survey assessed parental satisfaction with VC. The second phase involved two parts: (1) qualitative semi-structured interviews with parents and (2) ten observations of virtual appointments were conducted to aid in findings' triangulation.
Results: Forty-five VC were conducted with children and parents. Thirty-six parents (80%) were highly satisfied, while nine (20%) had low satisfaction. Fourteen semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven highly satisfied and seven minimally satisfied parents. Eight themes emerged: (1) VC indication; (2) VC outcome; (3) new experience; (4) improvements in the child's behavior; (5) VC limitations; (6) skepticism about delivery of care; (7) convenience and accessibility; and (8) reduction in transportation cost and time. VC observation findings were triangulated with the results from the interviews, which showed that low-satisfaction parents reported pain, facial cellulitis, and complex cases that needed immediate treatment at dental clinics.
Conclusion: Teledentistry is a feasible complement to the continuum of care, enabling remote triage and consultation as needed, and is highly accepted by parents.
期刊介绍：
The International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry was formed in 1991 by the merger of the Journals of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry and the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry and is published bi-monthly. It has true international scope and aims to promote the highest standard of education, practice and research in paediatric dentistry world-wide.
International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry publishes papers on all aspects of paediatric dentistry including: growth and development, behaviour management, diagnosis, prevention, restorative treatment and issue relating to medically compromised children or those with disabilities. This peer-reviewed journal features scientific articles, reviews, case reports, clinical techniques, short communications and abstracts of current paediatric dental research. Analytical studies with a scientific novelty value are preferred to descriptive studies. Case reports illustrating unusual conditions and clinically relevant observations are acceptable but must be of sufficiently high quality to be considered for publication; particularly the illustrative material must be of the highest quality.
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