Maria G Kallal, Sharon M Compton, Arlynn R Brodie, Breanne L Moran, Minn N Yoon
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Abstract
Introduction: Marginalized, low-income individuals face many barriers to dental care, including but not limited to cost. The Student Health Initiative for the Needs of Edmonton (SHINE) dental clinic is a student-operated volunteer clinic offering free services to low-income individuals. This study aimed to explore the access to dental care needs of low-income groups, from community health brokers' perspectives.
Case description: The study was deemed exempt from ethical approval (Pro00074745). Five semistructured interviews exploring access to dental care were conducted with health brokers purposefully selected from 4 different community outreach centres. Access was defined and analysed using Penchansky and Thomas' theory of access as modified by Saurman.
Results: Interviews revealed lack of awareness of the SHINE clinic. Translation and interpretation support was an identified need, and there was concern for clients who fear discrimination in health care settings.
Conclusion: Preliminary barriers to care at SHINE were identified. However, further investigation is required to understand how SHINE aligns with population needs.
期刊介绍：
The Canadian Journal of Dental Hygiene (CJDH), established in 1966, is the peer-reviewed research journal of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association. Published in February (electronic-only issue), June, and October, CJDH welcomes submissions in English and French on topics of relevance to dental hygiene practice, education, policy, and theory.
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