Abstract
Introduction: Based on available evidence, demand for dental implants is on the rise in Iran similar to that in other countries. Therefore, it seems it is necessary to promote the knowledge and performance of dentists in this respect. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the knowledge of general dental practitioners in Iran about the implant treatment planning. Materials and methods: In the present cross-sectional survey, 272 general dental practitioners in Tabriz were evaluated. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire whose validity and reliability had been confirmed. Data were analyzed with descriptive and analytical statistical methods using SPSS 21. Results: The results showed a mean knowledge score of 19.4 in relation to dental implant treatment planning among general dental practitioners in Tabriz; 1.1% of dentists had low knowledge level, 79% had moderate knowledge level and 19.9% had good knowledge level. Analysis of data showed a significant relationship between the dentists’ knowledge level and job experience, gender and a history of participation in continuous education programs. Conclusion: On the whole, the general dental practitioners in Tabriz had a moderate level of knowledge about dental implant treatment planning. Keywords: Implant; Knowledge; Dentists; Tabriz
Highlights
Based on available evidence, demand for dental implants is on the rise in Iran similar to that in other countries
Of 272 dentists included in the study, 48.2% and 51.8% were female and male, respectively; 44.1%, 11.1%, 37.5% and 7.3% of the subjects were 25‒30, 31‒40, 41‒50 and over 51 years of age, respectively. 41.2% of the subjects had job experiences for less than 5 years and 22.1%, 30.9%, 4.8% and 1.1% had job experiences of 5‒10, 10‒20, 20‒30 and over 30 years, respectively. 57% of the subjects had participated in seminars and continuous education programs and 43% had not participated in such courses
The results of the evaluation of knowledge level of general dental practitioners in Tabriz in relation to dental implant treatment planning based on 30 questions in the questionnaire showed a mean knowledge score of 19.44 with a standard deviation of 1.83 and a range of 15‒
Summary
Demand for dental implants is on the rise in Iran similar to that in other countries. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the knowledge of general dental practitioners in Iran about the implant treatment planning. The edentulous adult population size is decreasing in size gradually; due to the ever-increasing population of the world, the number edentulous individuals who need implants is increasing [1] This fact shows the necessity of increasing the knowledge of dentists about the principles of fabrication and maintenance of prosthetic appliances and implant treatments. After correct diagnosis and proper treatment planning, the dentist should make sure of the accuracy of clinical steps Despite such considerations, dentists still encounter patients who have problems with their dental implants and cannot use them properly despite the fact that all the above-mentioned considerations have been taken into account. A large array of problems are encountered during or after loading [3]
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