Managing patients with developmental co-ordination disorder in dentistry: Developing an online resource for dental professionals by a review of the literature

Nash, Julie and Woolley, Stephen 2022. Managing patients with developmental co-ordination disorder in dentistry: Developing an online resource for dental professionals by a review of the literature. Special Care in Dentistry 42 (3) , pp. 244-251. 10.1111/scd.12661

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Abstract

Aim: To produce an online resource for dental professionals, advising them on ways to manage patients with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Method and Results: Literature search into the management of patients with DCD, and how to produce a high-quality leaflet using specific keywords. Using online databases, such as PubMed, the Cochrane Database and an internet search engine, an online resource in printable leaflet form was produced following a pilot readability assessment and review by those who work with individuals with DCD and a Special Care Dentistry special interest group. From the assessment tools used, the resource scored well in terms of readability and comprehension. The resource also received positive and constructive feedback from colleagues and those who work with individuals with DCD. Conclusion: An online resource was produced for dental professionals, although further evaluation is required on whether it will be useful to the profession. The literature review suggests the need for more research to be carried out on the association between DCD and oral health, and how dental professionals can manage those with DCD within a general dental practice.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Dentistry
Publisher:	Wiley
ISSN:	0275-1879
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	26 November 2021
Date of Acceptance:	26 September 2021
Last Modified:	30 Nov 2024 18:09
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/145687

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