Enhancing Dental Care Quality: Strategies to Improve Patient Satisfaction and Clinical Outcomes

Abstract

Dental care quality plays a critical role in maintaining and improving overall health and well-being. Oral health is directly linked to general health conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Poor dental care can lead to complications that affect a patient’s quality of life, including pain, tooth loss, and speech difficulties (Dyar, 2022).  Thus, the quality of dental care not only influences the clinical outcomes but also significantly impacts a patient’s confidence, social interactions, and emotional health. Ensuring high-quality care is essential to improve both physical health and the overall experience of patients receiving dental treatment (Tartaglia, 2021).