Challenges and Solutions for Improved Oral Health: Examples from Motivational Interviewing Trials. (April 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jamieson, L.M.; Garcia, R.I.; Sohn, W.; Albino, J.
• Is Part Of: JDR clinical and translational research. Volume 5:Number 2(2020)
• Page Start: 107
• Page End: 108
• Publication Date: 2020-04
• Subjects: indigenous -- socially disadvantaged -- fidelity -- epidemiology -- efficacy -- translation; Dentistry -- Periodicals; Dental technology -- Periodicals; Oral medicine -- Periodicals; Dentistry; Dental technology; Oral medicine; Periodicals; 617.6005
• DOI: 10.1177/2380084419894575
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2380-0844

Abstract

Knowledge Transfer Statement: Irrespective of country, socially disadvantaged children experience greater levels of preventable dental disease than their more socially advantaged peers. Motivational interviewing (MI) is recognized as a potential intervention tool for reducing prevalence of child dental disease. The challenges of implementing MI in 4 trials involving socially vulnerable children are highlighted in this commentary, with some potential solutions offered.