scholarly journals The Impact of the COVID-19 Epidemic on Orthodontic Patients in China: An Analysis of Posts on Weibo

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feiyang Guo ◽  
Bojun Tang ◽  
Danchen Qin ◽  
Tingting Zhao ◽  
Yu-xiong Su ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Care ◽  
Eastern China ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Sina Weibo ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Fixed Appliances ◽  
Positive Feelings ◽  
Negative Feelings ◽  
The Impact

Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, many dental care services including orthodontic practice were suspended. Orthodontic patients turned to social media platforms to communicate, share experiences, and look for solutions. Our study aimed to investigate the attitudes and perspectives of orthodontic patients during the COVID-19 epidemic in China by analyzing orthodontics-related posts on Sina Weibo (a Chinese counterpart of Twitter).Materials and Methods: Potentially eligible posts on Sina Weibo platform were collected between December 30, 2019, and April 18, 2020. Posts related to both orthodontics and COVID-19 were included and then coded and classified into specific appliances and themes. Geographic and temporal distributions of the included posts were analyzed. In addition, time-lagged cross correlation was performed to explore the association between the number of daily posts and daily new COVID-19 cases/deaths in China. Chi-square tests were employed to compare the differences between fixed appliances and aligners in problems/difficulties and feelings during the epidemic.Results: Of the 28,911 posts identified, 4,484 were included in the analysis. The most frequently mentioned themes were appointments (n = 2,621, 58.5%), negative feelings (n = 2,189, 48.8%), and problems/difficulties (n = 1,155, 25.8%). A majority of posts were tweeted in regions with high levels of economic development and population density in eastern China and from February to March. The number of daily posts had a significantly positive correlation with daily new COVID-19 cases/deaths in China (P < 0.05). Compared with clear aligners, patients with fixed appliances reported more problems/difficulties (P < 0.001) and negative feelings (P < 0.001), but fewer positive feelings (P < 0.001).Conclusions: The analysis of Weibo posts provided a timely understanding of the impact of COVID-19 on orthodontic patients. Delayed appointments were their greatest concern, and negative feelings and untreated orthodontic problems increased during the suspension of dental care services. However, patients with clear aligners reported fewer negative feelings and problems than those with fixed appliances. The findings highlighted the need to consider both treatment- and psychology-related issues of orthodontic patients and how to handle them appropriately during the epidemic.

The Working Patterns and Retirement Plans of General Dental Practitioners in a Midlands Health Authority

2002 ◽  
Vol os9 (4) ◽  
pp. 153-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Morris ◽  
Rachel Harrison ◽  
Martin Caswell ◽  
Howard Lunn
Keyword(s):  
Gender Difference ◽  
Older Women ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Health Authority ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Retirement Plans ◽  
Younger Women ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
The Impact

Introduction With the problems of access to NHS primary dental care services in the last few years attention has focused on manpower considerations for dentistry. Materials and Method This paper presents the results of a simple survey of general dental practitioners in South Staffordshire. Results The response rate was 88%. Most dentists (76%) reported working over 30 hours a week. A small number reported working more than 50 hours a week. Woman dentists were more likely to report working fewer than 31 hours a week. Younger male dentists tended to work longer hours than older male dentists, whereas younger women dentists tended to work fewer hours than older women. The reported retirement plans suggested that around 16% of dentists in their 40s and 50s were planning to retire before 60. Conclusion The findings add weight to the view that woman dentists tend to work fewer hours but studies of cohorts are required to examine the impact of premature retirement and the reasons behind this apparent gender difference.

Sociodemographic Characteristics of Mission of Mercy Attendees in Wisconsin

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-132
Author(s):  
C. Okunseri ◽  
E. Eggert ◽  
C. Zheng ◽  
F. Eichmiller ◽  
E. Okunseri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Care ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
The United States ◽  
County Level ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Access To Dental Care ◽  
Event Location ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Population Ratio ◽  
The Impact

Objective: Mission of Mercy (MoM) events are scheduled to provide care to populations suffering from urgent needs and inadequate access to dental care in the United States. This study examined individual and county-level characteristics of MoM attendees and the factors associated with changes in the rate of attendance. Methods: Deidentified archival data for MoM events available from the America’s Dentists Care Foundation (2013–2016) were analyzed. Summary statistics were calculated separately for each year. Chi-square test was performed to identify changes in attendance distribution over time. Poisson regression analyses were conducted to test changes in the rate of attendance with and without adjustment for county-level characteristics and history of prior MoM events. Results: Total numbers of attendees at Wisconsin MoM events were 1,560, 1,635, 1,187, and 951 in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016, respectively. Attendees were mostly female (>50%) and White (58%–81%), and mean age ranged between 36.5 and 39.2 y. The average travel distance ranged between 27 and 80 miles. Residents of counties where MoM events were held in previous years were more likely to attend another MoM event after adjusting for county distance to current location. After adjusting for dentists-to-population ratio, event history, and county distance to event location, we found that there was no statistically significant change in the rate of attendance from 2013 to 2016. Conclusions: Previous attendees with experience of attending a MoM event in their counties of residence were more likely to attend another MoM event. Higher rates of attendance were associated with shorter travel distances to MoM events. Knowledge Transfer Statement: The Mission of Mercy (MoM) events are promoted by local dental organizations to highlight the issue of access to dental care and bring greater awareness to the problem by providing urgent dental care to populations in need. Through the data-sharing practices and analyses, policy makers, dental health advocates, and program organizers will have a better understanding of the impact and reach of the program. Findings from this study will help to expand program practices, promote efficiency, and aid in the identification of appropriate event locations, innovative strategies, and public policies relevant to addressing access to dental care.

scholarly journals Predictions concerning the use of health care services in Europe by migrants/refugees and the Mig-HealthCare Roadmap & Toolbox

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
D Zota ◽  
P Karnaki ◽  
A Gil-Salmerón ◽  
J Garcés-Ferrer ◽  
E Riza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Maternal Child Health ◽  
Poverty Level ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Cultural Adaption ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Based on the multiple levels of research conducted within the project the consortium developed a roadmap & toolbox which includes the following categories: Continuity of information, Language Culture & Communication, Mental Health, Vaccinations, Maternal/child health, Health promotion, Oral health/Dental Care and NCDs while the Toolbox contains tools on these categories in different languages. The roadmap & toolbox is accessible through the project website. In addition, different scenarios, giving a comprehensive picture of the foreseen situation and the evidence-based policies and actions needed to maximize the effective delivery and sensitivity in the service of care to culturally diverse population groups were developed focusing on mental health, chronic disease management and oral health. Refugees and migrants tend to have a higher prevalence of mental distress compared to non-refugees. For the challenge of lack of recording mental health of migrants/refugees, improving the collaboration between ‘migrant-specific’ organizations is needed. Health care systems in Europe will have to accommodate the high demand for health care services for chronic conditions among migrants/refugees in the coming years. Implications such as the impact of poverty, level of health literacy and/or the cultural adaption of the measures need to be considered when planning to address future trends related to non-communicable diseases including diabetes among migrants/refugees. The provision of oral care presents great variability across the European countries, but in most cases, it is characterized by high cost and restricted range of services if offered within the state health systems. Migrants /refugees will not be able to meet the high cost of private dental care. Local community interventions have been proven very effective.

scholarly journals Characteristics of US Adults Delaying Dental Care Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-14
Author(s):  
A.M. Kranz ◽  
G. Gahlon ◽  
A.W. Dick ◽  
B.D. Stein
Keyword(s):  
Regression Model ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Visits ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Multivariable Regression Model ◽  
Multivariable Regression ◽  
Nationally Representative

Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has disrupted the delivery of health care services, including dental care. The objective of this study was to quantify and describe US adults who delayed dental care due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: We analyzed cross-sectional responses collected from a nationally representative and long-running panel survey of US adults conducted in late May and early June 2020 (response rate = 70%). The survey included questions about dental care delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, purpose of the delayed dental visits, timing of future dental visits, and demographic information. Pearson’s chi-square tests were used to determine if rates of delayed dental care varied by subgroup. A multivariable regression model, adjusted for age, race, Hispanic ethnicity, census division, and rurality, was estimated to predict the odds of reporting delayed dental care. Results: Nearly half of respondents (46.7%) reported delaying going to the dentist or receiving dental care due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Among adults who reported delaying dental care due to the pandemic, 74.7% reported delaying a checkup, 12.4% reported delaying care to address something that was bothering them, and 10.5% reported delaying care to get planned treatment. About 44.4% of adults reported that they planned to visit the dentist within the next 3 mo. In the multivariable regression model, only living in an urban (vs. rural) area was associated with significantly higher odds of delayed dental care due to the pandemic (odds ratio: 1.5; 95% confidence interval: 1.1, 2.1). Conclusions: Nearly half of US adults reported delaying dental care due to the COVID-19 pandemic during the spring of 2020. Our results offer insight into the experiences of patients seeking dental care this spring and the economic challenges faced by dental providers due to the pandemic. Knowledge Transfer Statement: This article describes US adults who delayed dental care due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Results can be used by clinicians and policymakers to understand delayed care during the pandemic.

scholarly journals The impact of out-of pocket payments of households for dental healthcare services on catastrophic healthcare expenditure in Iran

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abraha Woldemichael ◽  
Satar Rezaei ◽  
Ali Kazemi Karyani ◽  
Mohammad Ebrahimi ◽  
Shahin Soltani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Care ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Healthcare Expenditure ◽  
Financial Burden ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Dental Services ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Out Of Pocket Payments ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Dental healthcare is the costliest and single most source of the financial barrier to seeking and use of needed healthcare. Hence, this study aims to analyses impact of out-of-pocket (OOP) payments for dental services on prevalence catastrophic healthcare expenditure (CHE) among Iranian households during 2018. Methods We performed a cross-sectional analysis to determine the prevalence rate of CHE due to use of dental healthcare services among 38,858 Iranian households using the 2018 Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) survey data of Iran. The WHO approach was used to determine the CHE due to use of dental care services at the 40% of household capacity to pay (CTP). Multiple logistic regression models were used to obtain the odds of facing with CHE among households that paid for any dental healthcare services over the last month while adjusting for covariates included in the model. These findings were reported for urban, rural areas and also for low, middle and high human development index HDI across provinces. Results The study indicated that the prevalence of CHE among households that used and did not used dental services over the last month was 16.5% (95% CI: 14.9 to 18.3) and 4.3% (95% CI: 4.1 to 4.6), respectively. The adjusted odds ratio (AOR) for the covariates revealed that the prevalence of CHE for the overall households that used dental healthcare service was 6.2 times (95% CI: 5.4 to 7.1) than those that did not use dental healthcare services. The urban households that used dental healthcare had 7.8 times (95%CI: 6.4–9.4) while the rural ones had 4.7 times (95% CI: 3.7–5.7) higher odds of facing CHE than the corresponding households that did not use dental healthcare services. Conclusions The study indicates that out-of-pocket costs for dental care services impose a substantial financial burden on household’s budgets at the national and subnational levels. Alternative health care financing strategies and policies targeted to the reduction in CHE in general and CHE due to dental services in particular are urgently required in low and middle income countries such as Iran.

scholarly journals The Impact of Discriminatory Healthcare Experiences on Use of Medicaid-funded Dental Care Services in California

2020 ◽  
Vol 03 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuri Jang ◽  
Min-Kyoung Rhee ◽  
Chung Hyeon Jeong ◽  
Woo Jung Lee ◽  
Ann-Marie Yamada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Care ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Healthcare Experiences ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals A Multi-Country Survey on the Impact of COVID-19 on Dentists in Latin America

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafael R. Moraes ◽  
Carlos E. Cuevas-Suárez ◽  
Wilfredo G. Escalante-Otárola ◽  
María R. Fernández ◽  
Andrés Dávila-Sánchez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Latin America ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Dental Care ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Work Practice ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Financial Gain ◽  
Professional Challenges ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background: The COVID-19pandemic has significantly impacted the dental sector worldwide.Methods: The impact of the pandemic on dentistsfrom Latin America was investigated by an online survey with professionals working in 11 Spanish-speaking countries in September–December 2020. The invitations were sent to registered professionals. An open campaign was promoted on social media. The questions investigated dental care routines, work practice changes, andfeelings about the pandemic, in addition toreasons for engaging in furthersurveys.Descriptive statistics were used to identify frequencies and distributions of variables. Proportions were compared using chi-square tests.Results: A total of 2,127 responses were collected from a samplewith diverse demographic, sex, work, and education characteristics. The impact of the pandemic was considered high/very high by 60% of respondents.The volume of patients assisted weekly was significantly lower compared with the pre-pandemic period (mean reduction=14 ±15 patients). A high rate of fear to contracting the COVID-19 at work was observed (85%); 4.9% of participants had a positive COVID-19 test. The mask most frequently worn was PFF2/N95 (42%). The main professional challenges faced by respondents were reduction in the number of patientsor financial gain (35%), fear of contracting COVID-19 (34%), and burden with or difficulty in purchasing new PPE (22%).The fear to contracting COVID-19 was influenced by the number of weekly appointments. A positive test by the dentists was associated with their reports of having assisted COVID-19 patients. The most cited feelings about the pandemic were uncertainty, fear, worry, anxiety, and stress. When asked about incentives to participating in further surveys, the most common responses were receiving articles that originated from the investigation (44%)and priority access to research data (15%). Conclusion:This multi-countrysurvey indicated a high impact of the pandemic on dental care routines in Latin American offices.

scholarly journals Social perception of private owners of the production means in Ukraine

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 (3) ◽  
pp. 34-45
Author(s):  
Oleksandr Rakhmanov
Keyword(s):  
Social Perception ◽  
Private Property ◽  
Social Perceptions ◽  
Small Enterprises ◽  
Negative Perception ◽  
The Social ◽  
Positive Feelings ◽  
Negative Feelings ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Large Enterprises

The main markers of social perception of private owners by the Ukrainian population are the content of private property and the form of personal involvement of private owners in production. The research objective was to analyse the social perceptions determinants of private owners of enterprises and land. Using the data of a sociological survey conducted by the Institute of Sociology of the NAS of Ukraine in August 2019, private owners’ social perceptions of the production means with different forms of management were analysed: small enterprises, large enterprises, land cultivated by the owner’s family, land cultivated by hired workers. The owners of small enterprises and the owners of land cultivated by their families enjoy greater sympathy among the Ukrainian population than owners of large enterprises and owners of land cultivated by hired workers. However, even in the case of the last two categories of private owners, positive feelings outweigh negative ones. The methods of binary logistic regression used in this research, reveal that the social perceptions of the private owners of the production means are largely consistent with social status, an ability to adapt to a market economy, and relevant value-ideological beliefs. The negative perception of private owners depends on the type of production means. In particular, respondents’ negative feelings about large enterprises owners and landowners who use hired labour are determined by the support of a planned economy and the rejection of liberal values. The impact of an external locus of control of the respondents became decisive in the negative perception of small business owners. Negative feelings about landowners who cultivate the land themselves are evident in respondents with low levels of education. Positive feelings in all cases are conditioned by the respondents’ support of liberal and mixed type of economy, their positive perception of liberal values, adaptability to market conditions, high level of education and wealthy financial situation. Neutral feelings towards private owners of all categories are evident among respondents who are undecided about the type of economy.

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