scholarly journals Contemporary Trends Regarding Knowledge And Practices Of Dental Implants Among Dental Interns Working In Educational Institutes Of Karachi, Pakistan

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-39
Author(s):  
Muhammad Farhan Khan ◽  
Fatima Naseem A Khan ◽  
Irfan Ali ◽  
Muhammad Rashid Ahmed ◽  
Rubab Jawed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Implants ◽  
Dental Implant ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Undergraduate Level ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Implant Dentistry ◽  
Measuring Tool

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the information about dental implants among dental interns and to relate their perception of future dental implant practice. Study Design and Setting: A cross-sectional study was conducted on dental interns of various dental teaching colleges of Karachi including public and private institutions. Methodology: The instrument used was a self-administered, structured, closed-ended questionnaire which was modified measuring tool for the dental interns’ knowledge and perception towards implant dentistry. The data collected from the study was analyzed using SPSS. Results: Two hundred and seventy dental interns of 5 different colleges of Karachi filled a questionnaire about the knowledge and future perception of dental implant practice in general dentistry. It was observed that majority of the dental interns 44.2% did not have adequate knowledge of dental implant and 87.6% encourage to improving the undergraduate syllabus of dental implants. Conclusion: This study showed limited knowledge and awareness about dental implants among dental interns, but they highly encouraged in improving the curriculum of dental implants at undergraduate level

scholarly journals Dental Implants and General Dental Practitioners of Nepal: A study of existing knowledge and need for further education

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 212-215 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bhageshwar Dhami ◽  
Priti Shrestha ◽  
Bikash Lamichhane ◽  
Anuj Kumar Sharma ◽  
Sujaya Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Dental Implants ◽  
Dental Implant ◽  
Further Education ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Doctoral Level ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Implant Dentistry ◽  
Edentulous Patients

Background & Objectives: The use of dental implants in partially or completely edentulous patients has proved effective and an accepted treatment modality with predictable long-term success. Dental implants are becoming a popular choice for replacing the missing teeth because of increased awareness about implants both in dentists and patients. The objective of the study was to assess the basic knowledge and education about dental implants among general dental practitioners (GDPs) of Nepal.Materials & Methods:  A cross sectional questionnaire was carried out among 110 GDPs which consist of twenty questions that were divided into three categories; first with some basic knowledge in implant dentistry, second with clinical knowledge of dental implants and third with dental implant education and training.Results: Out of 110 GDPs, 72.7% had basic knowledge about implant dentistry and 65.5% were not aware about advance surgical procedures like sinus lift and guided bone regeneration. All the GDPs were positive regarding more training and education in dental implants and 95.5% of them would like to incorporate dental implant treatment in their practice in future. Conclusion: GDPs should have adequate knowledge and training of dental implants which can be incorporated at undergraduate or post doctoral level so that they are skilled to provide quality dental implant therapy to their patients confidently.

scholarly journals Job Intentions of Nurses Trained in Public and Private Institutions in Tamil Nadu, India: A Cross-Sectional Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 66-72
Author(s):  
Elsa Mary ◽  
V. R. Muraleedharan ◽  
Sathish Kumar Jayapal ◽  
Umakant Dash ◽  
M. Rajesh
Keyword(s):  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Clinical Practices of Dental Professionals during COVID-19 Pandemic in Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (S 01) ◽  
pp. S63-S69
Author(s):  
Khalid Almas ◽  
Abdul Samad Khan ◽  
Afsheen Tabassum ◽  
Muhammad Ashraf Nazir ◽  
Ashar Afaq ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
General Dentists ◽  
And Control ◽  
Dental Professionals

Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to assess knowledge, attitudes, and clinical practices of dental professionals regarding the prevention and control of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Pakistan. Materials and Methods General dentists and dental specialists working in public and private dental practices, hospitals, and academic institutions participated in this cross-sectional study. A pilot-tested questionnaire was sent to dental professionals through an online link in Pakistan and data collection was completed in April-May 2020. The knowledge score was calculated from 22 variables about the COVID-19. Results The study included data of 343 dental professionals with 47.2% of males and 52.8% of females. The mean knowledge score was 16.78 ± 2.25, and it significantly differed between general dentists (16.55 ± 2.36) and dental specialists (17.15 ± 2.04) (p = 0.020), and those with up to 10 years of experience (16.58 ± 2.28) and those with more than 10 years of experience (17.05 ± 2.2) (p = 0.026). Only 15.5% of the participants were comfortable in treating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. A workshop/seminar on the COVID-19 was attended by 23% of the participants. In multivariate analysis, being comfortable in treating patients (odds ratio = 3.31, 95% confidence interval = 1.63, 6.73) was associated with the attendance of workshop/seminar on COVID-19. Conclusions Dental professionals had adequate knowledge about COVID-19, but a few of them were comfortable in treating patients during the pandemic. A minority of dental professionals attended a workshop/seminar on the COVID-19. Continuous education activities should be provided to dental professionals to enhance their role in the prevention of COVID-19 spread and promotion of oral health.

scholarly journals Current trends in dental implant practice among dentists in Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-19
Author(s):  
S Vaidya ◽  
J Rajkarnikar ◽  
SB Rana ◽  
A Bhochhibhoya ◽  
A Khapung
Keyword(s):  
Dental Implants ◽  
Dental Implant ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Online Study ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Bone Level ◽  
Oral Fixation ◽  
Implant Dentistry ◽  
Study Participants

Introduction: Implant dentistry is one of the fastest growing specialty in the field in dentistry. Yet there is a paucity of literature regarding the prevalence and the current trends of implant dentistry practice among dentists working in Nepal. Thus, the objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and current trends of dental implants practice among the dentists working in Nepal. Method: A cross sectional, online study was done among 267 Nepalese dentists from October, 2020 to December, 2020 by convenience sampling method. Data collection was done with the help of a proforma that included socio-demographic details and predesigned questionnaire adopted from a study done in Mumbai, India.13 The questions were developed in google form and shared to the study participants through various social media for the study duration of 3 months. Results: Out of 267 participants, 142 (53.2%) were BDS, 107 (40.1%) were MDS and remaining had other degrees. Of the total participants, only 83 (31.1%) placed dental implants in their practice. Those who did not place dental implants referred the case mostly to periodontist (51.1%), followed by prosthodontist (34.8%). Only 72 (26.9%) had undergone formal implant training program. All the study participants prescribed radiograph as CBCT alone or in combination with the other radiographs. Most of the participants, who placed dental implant, did both the surgical and the prosthodontic phases. Bone level implants (74.7%), Screw retained (50.6%) and extra oral fixation (50.6%) type prosthetics were used by most of the participants. Most frequently used implant systems were Bredent (46.9%), Nobel Biocare (46.9%) and Straumann (46.9%) followed by Adin (44.5%). Conclusion: The current study showed that dental implants practice is adopted by less than one third of the dentists in Nepal, that suggests the need for implementation of Continuing Professional Development in dental implants in Nepal to increase the knowledge and skills among dental professionals.

scholarly journals Level of Knowledge and Challenges Associated With Practice of Dental Implants among Dental Practitioners in Selected Hospitals in South East, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 27-35
Author(s):  
Samuel Chinonyerem Okoronkwo ◽  
Peter Chidiebere Okorie ◽  
Marcus Ikechukwu Onyemobi ◽  
Chidinma Sonia Obiekwe ◽  
John Emaimo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cavity ◽  
Dental Implants ◽  
Dental Implant ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Implant Materials ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Aim: This study is aimed at ascertaining the level of knowledge and challenges associated with the practice of dental implants among dental practitioners in selected hospitals in South East, Nigeria. Study Design: the study employed cross sectional study design. Place and Duration of Study: The research was carried out within six months (September 2018 to March 2019) in selected hospitals and clinics in South-East, Nigeria. Methodology: Data were collected using structural pretested questionnaire administered to 117 purposefully selected consenting respondents (Dental Professionals). Data were analyzed descriptively and inferentially using SPSS version 20. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance and data generated were subjected to percentage findings presented by the use of tables. Data collected were analyzed and discussed. Result: the result affirmed female respondents were more than male with 59.0%, indicating Dental Therapist as majority in proportion with 64%. On quality of implant shows 64.9% and 56.4% on comfort and function which indicates it as a good quality, 64.9% poor availability and 49.6% awareness and knowledge. While inferentially, using Pearson Chi-Square showed a significant relationship of 177.552; df = 16 @ P=0.05 between profession of respondents and knowledge of dental implant materials/devices types while using ANOVA showed a significant relationship with F =42.147; df =4 @ P=.05; knowledge of dental implant materials and assessment of dental implant to aesthetics on oral cavity, F =77.760; df =4 @ P=.05 and  knowledge of dental implant materials and assessment of dental implant to retention on oral cavity, F =54.985; df =4 @ P=.05. Conclusion: from the results obtained, accredited dental implant as an appliance capable of obviating most of dentures shortcomings which depends on contra-indication and indication of it, and its challenges in the profession. Although there are challenges associated with dental implant awareness and application in Nigeria. Recommendations and tips on successful further studies were given.

Bacterial contamination and stethoscope disinfection practices: a cross-sectional survey of healthcare workers in Karachi, Pakistan

2017 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danish Ahmed Rao ◽  
Aiysha Aman ◽  
Syed Muhammad Mubeen ◽  
Ahmed Shah
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Bacterial Contamination ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Public And Private Sector ◽  
Micro Organisms

Stethoscopes routinely used for clinical examination of patients may potentially transfer micro-organisms and cause iatrogenic infections. This study was undertaken to detect the presence of microorganisms on stethoscopes used clinically in hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan and to ascertain the infection control practices of healthcare workers (HCWs). In a cross-sectional study, 118 samples were collected from public and private institutions. Samples were tested for the presence and sensitivity of pathogenic microorganisms. Microorganisms were found on diaphragms of 33/64 (51.6%) and 19/57 (33.3%) stethoscopes in public and private sector hospitals, respectively. Methycillin resistance was identified in all staphylococcally contaminated samples. Only 33 (18%) respondents reported cleaning their stethoscopes regularly. We highlight the need for more and better on-the-job routines for decontaminating stethoscopes among HCWs in Karachi.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Symptoms among Dental Health Workers, Southern Thailand

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Somsiri Decharat ◽  
Piriyalux Phethuayluk ◽  
Supandee Maneelok
Keyword(s):  
Health Workers ◽  
Reference Group ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public Institutions ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Southern Thailand

Objectives. The objective of this study was to describe the socioeconomic situation of dental health work and work characteristics and to evaluate the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among dental health workers.Material and Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 124 dental health workers and 124 persons in the reference group, matched to dental health workers by gender, were recruited from the workers who worked at the same 17 community hospitals in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, Thailand. Information was collected by using questionnaire. Data analysis comprised descriptive and analytical components.Results and Discussion. 75.8% were female and 24.2% were male dental health workers. 91.9% of subjects had worked >5 years. Most subjects worked for >8 hours per day and worked >6 days per week, at 63.7% and 53.2%, respectively. 100% of subjects worked in public institutions, and 68% also worked in both public and private institutions. Most subjects (52.4%) did not exercise. Daily activity, gender, duration of work, hours worked per day, days worked per week, and physical activity were significantly associated with musculoskeletal symptoms at <0.001.Conclusion. The prevention and reduction of MSDs among dentists should include improving their education in dental ergonomics.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Dental Implants among Dental Post Graduates and Practitioners in Wardha District, Maharashtra: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 119-123
Author(s):  
Sunaina Mutyalwar ◽  
Priyanka Paul Madhu ◽  
Amit Reche ◽  
Kumar Gaurav Chhabra ◽  
Sayali Deshpande
Keyword(s):  
Dental Implants ◽  
Surface Characteristics ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Implant Surface ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Implant Dentistry ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Implant dentistry has become an important aspect of the treatment for patients who are partially or completely edentulous. Dental implants are a proven therapeutic option for replacing missing teeth, with positive long-term health outcomes. Dental implant performance is largely determined by the implant’s primary durability, which is affected by surgical procedure, bone quality and quantity, implant surface characteristics, implant geometry, and implant surface characteristics. Despite the advancements achieved in implant dentistry since its beginning, there exist several limitations in scientifically grounded information and proven clinical experience among dental professionals and postgraduates.  A study was conducted to assess and compare the knowledge, attitude and practice of dental implants among dental postgraduate students and dental practitioners (General and institutional in Wardha  district, Maharashtra and to identify the variations in their knowledge, attitude and practice with respect to dentist's factors (years of experience, implant training and their specialization). As a result, the actual picture was examined. Objective: To assess the knowledge of dental implants among dental postgraduate students and dental practitioners To assess the attitude of dental implants among dental postgraduate students and dental practitioners. To assess the practice of dental implants among dental postgraduate students and dental practitioners. Methodology: An online cross-sectional questionnaire survey will be done to examine responses to 20 selected questions pertaining knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental implants among dental postgraduates and practitioners in the Wardha district. The aspect of the results that will be examined. The questionnaire will be delivered to dental postgraduates and practitioners, and their replies, as well as the questionnaire's validation, will be recorded. In the cross-sectional study, a suitable sampling strategy was used based on the replies received following the survey. The results will be determined based on Knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental implants. Survey Procedure: questions will be asked by online platform to dental health professionals with explanation of purpose of the study. The questions will be both open and close end type. Expected Results: The expected result of the study will determine: Knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental implants among dental post graduates and practitioners in wardha district Conclusion: Today is an era of evidence based dentistry. However, there is a substantial difference between the popularity of dental implants and the research that supports them. This research is an attempt to minimize that difference. Because this study will be done in an area where dentistry is in the air, with two large teaching dental hospitals and a large mass of dentists, it gives us a thorough realistic picture of where knowledge and practise of dental implants have reached in our field. As a result, the purpose of this study is to assess the need for a change in attitude and practise toward dental implants, as well as their evidence-based research on the subject.

scholarly journals Dental implant practice in French West Indies and French Guyana: a cross-sectional study among dental practitioners

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 157-162
Author(s):  
Floriane Dulin ◽  
Jean-Marie Marteau ◽  
Jean-Christophe Fricain ◽  
Mathilde Fénelon
Keyword(s):  
Dental Implant ◽  
West Indies ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
International Studies ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
French West Indies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
French Guyana ◽  
Implant Dentistry

Background: In 2016, 459 dentists were registered in French West Indies and French Guyana. They represent 10% of French clinicians but they work in an environment very different from continental France. The aim of this study was to describe dental implantology practices among dentists in Guadeloupe, Martinique, and French Guyana. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study, with questionnaires sent by email, was conducted from November 2016 to January 2017. Results: 116 practitioners answered. Respondents were all general practitioners, except two dentists who practiced only surgical procedures (not specialists). Implant surgeries were provided by 50% respondents and soft-tissue or hard-tissue grafting were provided by 34.5% of the sample. Prosthodontic procedures were carried out by 62.9% respondents. At last, 34.5% of the sample were not involved in implant services. Discussion: The proportion of dentists who performed implant procedures was similar to that reported in other international studies and French survey. The percentage of dentists not involved in implant dentistry still significant and the most frequently reported barriers were the expense of treatment, patient's difficulties to afford the treatment and the lack of knowledge. Conclusion: The practice of implant dentistry is widespread in French West Indies and French Guyana. Dental implant use was not different between clinicians of Guadeloupe, Martinique, and French Guyana. The number of dentists who received local implant training was lower in French Guyana.

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