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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Self-Reported Practices Regarding Modern Adhesive Systems Among Romanian Dentists: A
Razvan Flueras1,2, Ramona Amina Popovici3, Aniela-Roxana Nodiți-Cuc4
1Doctoral School, "Victor Babeș" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timișoara, 300041 Timișoara, Romania.
Journal of Functional Biomaterials
|May 26, 2026
Summary
Romanian dentists show awareness of modern dental adhesives but struggle with clinical application. Continuing education is key to bridging this knowledge-practice gap for better dental adhesive use.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Dental Materials Science
- Clinical Research
Background:
- The evolution of dental adhesive systems necessitates understanding their clinical integration.
- Translating new evidence into dental practice remains a challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate Romanian dentists' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding modern dental adhesives.
- To identify factors influencing their clinical decision-making with these materials.
Main Methods:
- An observational, cross-sectional study involving 372 Romanian dentists.
- A 115-item online questionnaire was administered.
- Statistical analyses included regression models and reliability testing (Cronbach's alpha).
Main Results:
- High familiarity with universal adhesives (68.0%) but a gap between awareness and application of concepts like MMP inhibitors.
- 14.8% were unaware of 10-MDP content in their adhesives.
- Continuing education predicted higher knowledge; clinical experience inversely correlated with rubber dam use.
Conclusions:
- A significant gap exists between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice of modern dental adhesive concepts.
- Structured continuing education is crucial for enhancing knowledge and improving clinical implementation.