KMID : 0362420090470030286
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Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics 2009 Volume.47 No. 3 p.286 ~ p.294
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The dentists¡¯ perceptions and current prosthodontic treatment status for the disabled in Korea
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Shim Su-Hyun
Kim Seok-Gyu Choi Bohm
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Abstract
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Statement of problem: In spite of increasing dental treatment for the disabled, there was no collected data on prosthodontic treatment status and dentists¡¯ perceptions in Korea.
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to research the dentists¡¯ perceptions about current prosthodontic treatment status for the disabled in Korea and to suggest public health policies for the disabled.
Material and Methods: Total of 68 dentists who have regularly treated the disabled were asked to fill questionnaires regarding prosthodontic treatment for the disabled.
Results: 1. 45.6% of dentists felt the necessity of an esthetic prosthesis for the disabled. However, 54.3% of dentists reported the improvement of access to implant,orthodontic and esthetic treatment is needed. 2. Most (79.4%) of the dentists thought it is imperative for the government to support the disabled to maintain adequate oral health by providing at least 50% of charge in their prosthesis.
Conclusion: Through this research, 97.1% of dentists answered that the current prosthodontic treatment status for the disabled in Korea is poor. This indicated the necessity of the financial support from the government for the disabled.
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KEYWORD
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disabled, prosthesis, dental treatment status
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