Table 3

Common themes and subthemes

ThemesSubthemes (number of responses)
Challenges faced

  • Oral health problems presentations (35)

  • Oral health advice (35)

  • Confidence in providing advice (24)

  • Travel and cost (15)

Communication and referral pathways

  • Referral pathways (12)

  • Lack of communication between primary and dental care teams (24)

Strategies to improve oral health

  • Oral health promotion (18)

  • Dental workforce (17) and service provision (13)

  • Education and training (19)