Connie C Mobley1, Georgia Dounis. 1. School of Dental Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, M/S 7425, 1001 Shadow Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89106-4124, USA. connie.mobley@unlv.edu
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The authors identified and described dietary strategies appropriate for dental patients who receive dental care that includes the placement and maintenance of dental prostheses. CONCLUSIONS: Identification of a patient's perception of food choices associated with placement of a dental prosthesis can lead to delivery of patient-focused dietary guidance for the promotion of targeted food choices to improve oral health and systemic health. An interview guide for assessment of patient satisfaction and a guide for suggested dietary choices and modifications are provided. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Dental professionals can tailor food modification strategies and promote healthful food choices, enhance patient satisfaction and improve health outcomes.
BACKGROUND: The authors identified and described dietary strategies appropriate for dental patients who receive dental care that includes the placement and maintenance of dental prostheses. CONCLUSIONS: Identification of a patient's perception of food choices associated with placement of a dental prosthesis can lead to delivery of patient-focused dietary guidance for the promotion of targeted food choices to improve oral health and systemic health. An interview guide for assessment of patient satisfaction and a guide for suggested dietary choices and modifications are provided. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Dental professionals can tailor food modification strategies and promote healthful food choices, enhance patient satisfaction and improve health outcomes.