Abstract
Objectives
The aim of this study was to assess patient-dentist communication and to evaluate the factors affecting it among Saudi patients and its effect on satisfaction.
Materials and Methods
A self-administered questionnaire was designed for this survey with 5-scale Likert-type statements.
Results
Patients’ main concern was the courtesy followed by information interaction, moral support, explaining the procedure and understanding of the patient’s feelings. These were the factors that contributed positively to good communication and satisfaction.
Conclusion
It could be concluded that Saudi dentist possess a satisfactory ability to communicate with their patients.
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Al-Mobeeriek, A. Dentist-patient communication as perceived by patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. IJOMEH 25, 89–96 (2012). https://doi.org/10.2478/s13382-012-0001-2
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