Feasibility and Acceptability of Pediatric Teledentistry: A Mixed-Methods Study.

IF 2.3 3区医学 Q2 DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE

International journal of paediatric dentistry Pub Date : 2025-04-06 DOI:10.1111/ipd.13312

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.

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儿童远程牙科的可行性和可接受性：一项混合方法研究。

背景：远程牙科已经补充了目前的牙科保健系统，并已被证明是有效的儿科牙科。目的：探讨虚拟儿童牙科诊所（VC）的可行性和可接受性。设计：本混合方法研究采用解释性序列设计。首先，定量调查评估家长对VC的满意度。第二阶段包括两个部分：(1)与家长进行定性半结构化访谈；(2)对虚拟约会进行10次观察，以帮助进行调查结果的三角测量。结果：共对患儿及家长进行了45次VC。36名家长（80%）非常满意，9名家长（20%）不满意。进行了14次半结构化访谈，其中7位非常满意，7位最低满意。出现了八个主题：(1)VC指示；(2) VC结果；(3)新体验；(4)儿童行为的改善；(5) VC限制；(6)对医疗服务的提供持怀疑态度；（七）便利性和可达性；(8)减少运输成本和时间。VC观察结果与访谈结果进行了三角分析，访谈结果显示满意度低的家长报告疼痛、面部蜂窝织炎和需要立即到牙科诊所治疗的复杂病例。结论：远程牙科是对连续性护理的一种可行的补充，可以根据需要进行远程分诊和会诊，并且受到家长的高度认可。

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International journal of paediatric dentistry 医学-小儿科

CiteScore

5.50

自引率

2.60%

发文量

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

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.