ArticleJournal of the American Dental Association (1939)2024
Mental health screenings in dental settings: Feasibility and outcomes from a study by The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network.
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- Factors associated with personal and professional beliefs about vaccines: a cross-sectional study of national dental practice-based research dentists.Frontiers in oral health · 2026Article
- Dental providers' perceptions toward mental health screening at routine practices: a mixed-methods approach.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Patient perceptions on the acceptability and appropriateness of mental health screening and follow-up in national dental practice-based research network practices.Translational behavioral medicine · 2025Article
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backgroundWith the rising importance of mental health screenings in nontraditional settings, dental offices offer an important opportunity to provide these services. This feasibility study examined mental health screenings and referral to treatment procedures in dental practices.
methodsA total of 17 dentists, dental hygienists, and dental office staff members (dental office personnel [DOP]) from 5 dental practices enrolled 36 patients in the study. Patients completed 4 validated mental health screening instruments. In addition to training in study procedures, DOP also were trained on how to review patient screening measures and provide appropriate mental health follow-up (ie, provide a list of area mental health resources) when necessary.
resultsTwenty-two patients (61.1%) met the study threshold for follow-up on any mental health screening form. DOP provided appropriate follow-up for all 22 patients, which included providing a list of area mental health resources. DOP reported that the mental health screening procedures did not disrupt the workflow in 93% of patient encounters.
conclusionsOverall, DOP reported minimal disruption in their workflow. The findings suggest the viability of incorporating regular mental health screenings as part of the regular dental patient workflow. This study also highlights the potential for the scalability and impact of screening procedures in dental practices. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: This feasibility study highlights the potential of dental offices becoming an avenue for screening patient mental health concerns and providing area resources, thus enhancing comprehensive patient care and overall patient well-being.
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