Author:
Shilpi Dutta ,Sonal gupta ,Dr Simran Isha
Abstract
AIM- To evaluate the knowledge, awareness and attitude of the dentist from North India towards Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) use in preventing dental caries. MATERIALS AND METHODS- An online survey was conducted among dentists of North India using online questionnaire to assess the knowledge, experience, and attitude of dentists regarding the use of SDF. 107 dentists participated in the online survey. Data obtained were analysed statistically. RESULTS-Most participants revealed they were somewhat taught about SDF. 29 % of the participants agreed that SDF can be used as an alternative to the conventional method of caries removal. Nearly about 32.7 % of the participants do not know regarding the application protocol interval for SDF. CONCLUSION- Knowledge about SDF among dental practitioners in North India was low to moderate. Increasing SDF knowledge among dentists may serve as an alternative for treating young patients who cannot co-operate with the traditional dental treatment. Keywords: Dental Caries, Questionnaires, Silver Diamine Fluoride, Survey.
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