Table 3 A summary of results from the “Strong Teeth” intervention reported using constructs from the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability (TFA) by Sekhon, Cartwright [18]
Acceptability construct | “Strong Teeth” findings related to the acceptability framework |
|---|---|
Affective attitude | Parents and dental team members valued the resources The Disney Magic Timer app received positive feedback for parents who struggled to brush their child’s teeth |
Burden | Delivering the full intervention for the dentist was viewed as burdensome due to timing restrictions The Disney Magic Timer app for some parents was viewed as burdensome when a good routine was previously established |
Ethicality | Delivering the intervention fits well with the dental teams’ current practice of delivering better oral health |
Intervention coherence | Variability in the number of leaflets given |
Opportunity costs | N/A |
Perceived effectiveness | Toothbrushing and use of the Oral-B electric toothbrush was viewed as being more effective compared to a manual |
Self-efficacy | Transitioning to an electric toothbrush can be difficult, and some parents may result in going back to a manual if their child is resistant |