Factors Influencing Technology Adoption Among Endodontists: A Questionnaire-Based Pilot Study

Area of Science:

• Dental science
• Clinical practice research

Background:

• Limited research exists on technology adoption decision-making among Endodontists.
• Rapid technological advancements necessitate understanding adoption factors in specialized dental fields.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore decision-making factors influencing Endodontists' adoption of new technologies.
• To identify key priorities guiding technology integration in endodontic practice.

Main Methods:

• A pilot study surveyed graduates of an Advanced Endodontics Program.
• A 5-point Likert scale assessed the importance of 23 decision-making factors.
• Data collected via Qualtrics over a 3-month period.

Main Results:

• Evidence (100%), safety/risk (97.8%), and health benefits (91.3%) were the top factors.
• Quality and post-implementation patient care improvement were also highly ranked.
• Company representative input (15.8%) and initial disruption (33.3%) were least important.

Conclusions:

• Endodontists demonstrate a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and patient welfare.
• Technology adoption decisions are driven by clinical rigor and patient outcomes.
• Findings offer insight into Endodontists' priorities for integrating advanced dental technologies.