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Endo-Perio Relationship Knowledge, Understanding, and Confidence Among Dentists
Shahad B Alsharif1, Khuloud Bakhashwain2, Omnia Felemban2
1Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Advances in Medical Education and Practice
|March 13, 2023
Summary
Dentists show limited knowledge of the Endo-Perio relationship, with many lacking confidence and holding misconceptions. Improving dental education strategies is crucial for better clinical decision-making in endodontics and periodontics.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Endodontics
- Periodontics
Background:
- The Endo-Perio relationship is critical for accurate clinical decisions.
- Understanding this relationship impacts patient management.
- Assessing current knowledge and confidence levels is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate dentists' knowledge and understanding of the Endo-Perio relationship.
- To assess dentists' confidence in managing Endo-Perio cases.
- To identify prevalent misconceptions regarding the Endo-Perio relationship.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study conducted from December 2021 to March 2022.
- Anonymous questionnaires distributed to 151 general dentists (2021 graduates).
- Data analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square test (SPSS).
Main Results:
- A response rate of 64.9% (98 participants).
- Only 21.4% demonstrated sufficient knowledge of the Endo-Perio relationship.
- Over one-third (37.83%) exhibited false confidence and misconceptions.
Conclusions:
- Majority of dentists possess deficient knowledge regarding the Endo-Perio relationship.
- Recommendations include revising teaching strategies and implementing continuing education.
- Further research is needed on knowledge-confidence interactions in dentistry.
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