Risk perception and risk communication: benefits of dentist-patient discussions

Article Abstract:

Some dental patients are concerned about the health risks associated with dentistry, although few discuss their concerns with their dentists. Researchers surveyed 4,061 patients in 286 dental practices about perceived health risks in dental practices. Between 29% and 37% of patients expressed some concern about acquiring AIDS during dental care or about the safety of handpieces or silver fillings. These concerns were greatest among those who were fearful of visiting the dentist and those who infrequently sought dental care. In 68% to 93% of dental practices, at least one patient had spoken with the dentist about the risk of AIDS or the safety of handpieces or silver fillings. In these practices, an average of 15% to 25% of patients had discussed these risks with the dentist. Patients' level of concern about acquiring disease was not related to the rate of dentist-patient discussion about disease transmission.

Social aspects, HIV infection, HIV infections, Disease transmission, Public opinion, Dental equipment and supplies, Dental equipment, Dental supplies, Dental personnel and patient, Dental personnel-patient relations

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A Qualitative Analysis of How Physicians with Expertise in Domestic Violence Approach the Identification of Victims

Article Abstract:

Doctors need to develop ways to identify women who are victims of domestic violence. A survey of 45 emergency department, obstetrician/gynecologist, and primary care physicians revealed that it was difficult for these doctors to identify such women. Most women do not directly admit abuse, so the doctor must ask indirect questions to elicit this information. The questions must also be asked in a way that causes minimal discomfort to the woman. Doctors also need to determine which answers and behaviors are possible signs of abuse.

Care and treatment, Abused women

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Dentists' attitudes and behaviors regarding domestic violence: the need for an effective response

Article Abstract:

Many dentists might be able to identify domestic abuse in their patients if they receive domestic violence education. In a survey of 321 dentists, 87% said they never screened for domestic violence. The most common barriers were the presence of a partner or children, lack of training, or embarrassment.

Practice, Dentists

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