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Beatriz Della Terra Mouco Garrido1, Luciana Lourenço Ribeiro Vitor2, Thiago Cruvinel1
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Community Dentistry, Discipline of Pediatric Dentistry, Bauru School of Dentistry-University of São Paulo, Bauru, Brazil.
International Dental Journal
|April 8, 2022
Summary
Dental professors and specialists in Brazil demonstrate greater knowledge and use of academic resources for pulpotomy in primary teeth. General professionals show less engagement with this vital pediatric dental procedure.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Dental Education
Background:
- Pulpotomy is a crucial procedure for primary teeth preservation.
- Assessing dental professionals' knowledge and practice regarding pulpotomy is essential for improving pediatric dental care.
- Understanding how different professional groups update their knowledge is key to targeted educational strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the self-perceived knowledge of Brazilian dental professionals on diagnosing and indicating pulpotomy in primary teeth.
- To assess how different professional groups (professors, specialists, general professionals) stay updated on pulpotomy techniques and indications.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire with 20 questions was distributed to three groups: professors (G1), specialists (G2), and general professionals (G3).
- A total of 416 questionnaires were returned and analyzed using Chi-square and t tests (P < .05).
Main Results:
- Professors and specialists (G1, G2) reported higher rates of pulpotomy indication and actively sought updates, primarily through academic materials and congresses.
- General professionals (G3) showed less engagement with pulpotomy updates, relying more on social media, and cited different primary indications.
- All groups indicated pulpotomy to maintain teeth in the arch, but G1 and G2 were considered more updated due to their use of academic resources.
Conclusions:
- Dental professionals directly involved in pediatric dentistry, such as professors and specialists, exhibit greater confidence in diagnosing and treating primary teeth requiring pulpotomy.
- The majority of surveyed dental professionals utilize scientifically validated sources for information and continuous learning on pulp therapies.
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