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2024-10-26 @ 3:41 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:41 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06619652
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
None
First Post:
2024-09-26
Brief Title:
Egyptian Dentists Knowledge Regarding the Diagnosis and Management of Root Caries
Sponsor:
None
Organization:
None
Study Overview
Official Title:
Knowledge of Egyptian Dental Practitioners Regarding Diagnosis and Management of Root Caries a Cross-sectional Study
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2024-09
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
No
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
This is a cross-sectional study that aims to assess the knowledge of a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding the diagnosis and management of root caries Dental caries is a major problem for adults in both developing and industrialized countries As individuals get older the prevalence of caries tends to increaseIn recent decades life expectancy has been steadily increasing A report published by the United Nations in 2020 states that the global population of people aged 65 and over is currently 703 million and it is expected to double in thirty yearsHowever this increase in life expectancy has led to an increase in health issues among the elderly including the risk of developing root caries lesions Root caries develop when the root surface is exposed to the oral cavity due to loss of alveolar bone height and subsequent gingival recession leading to the softening of the tooth structure
This lesion presents a complex challenge for dental practitioners Surgical intervention is difficult due to moisture contamination and the lesions proximity to the pulp chamber Accurately assessing the risk and implementing appropriate preventive strategies can reduce the need for complex restorative treatments and associated dental problems
This lesion presents a complex challenge for dental practitioners Surgical intervention is difficult due to moisture contamination and the lesions proximity to the pulp chamber Accurately assessing the risk and implementing appropriate preventive strategies can reduce the need for complex restorative treatments and associated dental problems
Detailed Description:
Recently there has been growing concern about root caries lesions in routine dental practiceThe concern regarding this condition is increasing mainly linked to the discrepancies in how dentists manage root cariesDiagnosing root caries can be challenging due to limited visibility and it requires careful examination without forceful probing of the tissue Furthermore the successful management of root carious lesions can be affected by various factors including the operator expertise knowledge and the chosen treatment approach
These factors shape the decisions they make in their practice including the selection of restorative materials and operative techniquesThus every effort needs to be made to better understand the current state of practice and trends relating to root caries management which will be of benefit to dentists universally in the practice of dentistry
Understanding dentist knowledge about root caries is highly important as they play a central role in the prevention early detection and appropriate treatment of root cariesGaps or deficiencies in their diagnostic skills or treatment decision-making could lead to missed or delayed diagnosis suboptimal treatment and poor outcome for the patients By identifying areas where dentists may lack sufficient knowledge in managing root caries the findings of this study can guide updates to dental school curricula and clinical practice guidelines strengthening dentist competence in diagnosing and managing root caries will ultimately improve the quality of care delivered to the patients
Aim of the study
The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding diagnosis and management of root caries
Research question
What is the knowledge of a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners about diagnosis and management of root caries lesions
POTS
Population A sample of Egyptian dental practitioner Primary outcome knowledge about diagnosis and management of root caries lesion Time academic year 2024-2025 Study design cross-sectional
Methods
Study design
Observational cross-sectional study on a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners
Settings
The study is a cross-sectional study utilizing an electronic self-administered questionnaire SAQ assessing the knowledge of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding the diagnosis and management of root caries
These factors shape the decisions they make in their practice including the selection of restorative materials and operative techniquesThus every effort needs to be made to better understand the current state of practice and trends relating to root caries management which will be of benefit to dentists universally in the practice of dentistry
Understanding dentist knowledge about root caries is highly important as they play a central role in the prevention early detection and appropriate treatment of root cariesGaps or deficiencies in their diagnostic skills or treatment decision-making could lead to missed or delayed diagnosis suboptimal treatment and poor outcome for the patients By identifying areas where dentists may lack sufficient knowledge in managing root caries the findings of this study can guide updates to dental school curricula and clinical practice guidelines strengthening dentist competence in diagnosing and managing root caries will ultimately improve the quality of care delivered to the patients
Aim of the study
The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding diagnosis and management of root caries
Research question
What is the knowledge of a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners about diagnosis and management of root caries lesions
POTS
Population A sample of Egyptian dental practitioner Primary outcome knowledge about diagnosis and management of root caries lesion Time academic year 2024-2025 Study design cross-sectional
Methods
Study design
Observational cross-sectional study on a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners
Settings
The study is a cross-sectional study utilizing an electronic self-administered questionnaire SAQ assessing the knowledge of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding the diagnosis and management of root caries
Study Oversight
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