The Decisional Needs of Young Patients Faced with the Decision to Undergo Dental Treatment with Sedation or GA

To explore the decisional needs of young patients faced with the choice of dental treatment with either sedation or general anaesthetic (GA). Twelve qualitative interviews were conducted with patients, aged 10-16 yr (n=12), who had prior experience of dental treatment with sedation or GA, together w...

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Published inS.A.A.D. digest Vol. 33; p. 18
Main Authors Hulin, Joe, Baker, Sarah, Marshman, Zoe, Albadri, Sondos, Rodd, Helen
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 01.01.2017
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Summary:To explore the decisional needs of young patients faced with the choice of dental treatment with either sedation or general anaesthetic (GA). Twelve qualitative interviews were conducted with patients, aged 10-16 yr (n=12), who had prior experience of dental treatment with sedation or GA, together with their parents/ guardians (n=13). A number of themes were identified as being important in the decision-making process including: the method of administration; waiting and treatment times; perceived side effects and risks; treatment type; control and communication, and the long term impact of sedation or GA. The decision to undergo dental treatment with sedation or GA is a complex healthcare decision and warrants additional decisional support for both patients and their parents/ guardians.
ISSN:0049-1160