Table 3.
Overview of 3 key papers identified from literature review
| Author | Reference | Country | Research topic | Methodology | Participant group | Analysis | Brief overview | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kulich, K. R., et al. |
(40) |
Sweden |
Assessment of patient-centred dentistry in dental phobic patients |
Qualitative approach using semi-structured interviews based on video analysis of consultation. |
30 interviews conducted with 5 dentists working in a clinic treating anxious patients. Based on 2 separate consultations with 15 patients |
Grounded theory |
Study to ascertain the key features in delivering PCC to anxious patients attending a specialist clinic in Sweden. Model of care developed based on “holistic perception and understanding of the patient.” |
• Communication |
| • Empathy | ||||||||
| • Understanding | ||||||||
| • Positive outlook | ||||||||
| • Patient contact | ||||||||
|
Loignon, C., et al. |
(41) |
Canada |
Identify effective approaches to providing care for patients living in poverty |
Qualitative approach based on semi-structured interviews |
Interviews conducted with 8 dentists with experience of treating patients living in poverty |
Thematic analysis |
Research to determine what features of PCC are most effective in delivering dental care to people in poverty in Canada. Domains based around socio-humanistic approach. |
• Understanding |
| • Empathy | ||||||||
| • Non-judgemental | ||||||||
| • Overcome social distance | ||||||||
| • Direct contact | ||||||||
| • Communication | ||||||||
| Scambler, S., et al. | (42) | UK | Assessment of professional attitudes towards disability in special care dentistry | Qualitative approach based on focus groups & semi-structured interviews | Sample of 30 participants including dentists and staff working within special care dentistry | Retroductive analysis using a theoretical framework | Study to explore attitudes of staff working in Special Care Dentistry towards disability and provision of dental care. Analysis highlighted importance of PCC and revealed key features. | • Holistic approach |
| • Individualised care | ||||||||
| • Information/support | ||||||||
| • Time | ||||||||
| • Communication | ||||||||
| • Trust |