Developing sustainability in a dental practice through an action research approach

14Citations
Citations of this article
59Readers
Mendeley users who have this article in their library.

This article is free to access.

Abstract

Introduction For dental practices to become more environmentally sustainable, the full co-operation of all practice staff can lead to greater engagement with proposed initiatives. Action research is a participatory approach to change that involves participants in the decisions that affect them. Aim The aim of this study was to collaboratively develop interventions to improve environmental sustainability at one dental practice. Methods This was a mixed methods study following an action research process for intervention design. The study was set in a mixed NHS/private dental practice in England, UK. Results Participants engaged in the process and were able to choose the measures they wished to implement. Feedback showed that whilst some measures had been discarded, others had led to changes both in professional and personal behaviour. Conclusion Action research offers an innovative and constructive method of engaging participants in developing their own sustainability strategies and can encourage positive change.

Cite

CITATION STYLE

APA

Grose, J., Burns, L., Mukonoweshuro, R., Richardson, J., Mills, I., Nasser, M., & Moles, D. (2018). Developing sustainability in a dental practice through an action research approach. British Dental Journal, 225(5), 409–412. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.738

Register to see more suggestions

Mendeley helps you to discover research relevant for your work.

Already have an account?

Save time finding and organizing research with Mendeley

Sign up for free