scholarly journals Dental practice in Pre- COVID19 and Future Perspectives

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashwin Parakkaje Subramanya ◽  
MLV Prabhuji
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Free Access ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Future Perspectives ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Dental Professionals ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

AbstractObjectivesTo assess the trends in dental practice in pre-COVID19 times and future perspectives.MethodsThe cross-sectional study was conducted among the dental professionals across India. The snowball and convenience sampling methods were used to ensure maximum participation of the subjects. An online structured questionnaire was created using free-access Google Forms application and was sent to the dental professionals via E-mail, WhatsApp mobile application and through other social media platforms. Initially, a pilot study was conducted among 30 dentists to check for the validity. The questionnaire was administered between the months of May 2020 – July 2020 and was sent to 650 dentists from various parts of the country. Data were compiled and subjected to statistical analysis.ResultsThe questionnaire was sent to 650 dental professionals. Out of 650, 120 (18.4%) participants took part in the survey. Majority of the respondents had 1 to 3 years of experience in dental practice (n=51, 42.5%). It was noted that majority of the participants were into consultation practice (n=69, 57.5%). 65.8% participants reported that they can withstand upto 6 months from economic view point. Difficulty in paying salaries, reduced incomes is some of the main problems encountered by dental professionals. Increasing the price of treatment, reducing co-workers are a few strategies planned by dental professionals to mitigate the economic burden caused by COVID19 pandemic.ConclusionMajority of dental professionals in India are dependent on private practice and consultation practice. Due to COVID19, source of income has disrupted for majority of the younger dental professionals.

scholarly journals A "miracle" cancer drug in the era of social media: A survey of Brazilian oncologists' opinions and experience with phosphoethanolamine

2017 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 70-77
Author(s):  
Juliana Florinda M. Rêgo ◽  
◽  
Gilberto Lopes ◽  
Rachel P. Riechelmann ◽  
Cinthya Sternberg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Alternative Therapy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Drug ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Brazilian Society ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Summary Introduction: Patients who are treating cancer have often used alternative therapies. In the internet era, information can be broadcasted widely, and this happened with phosphoethanolamine in Brazil, where this substance was claimed by the population to be the "cure for cancer." Method: This is a cross-sectional study developed by the Brazilian Society of Clinical Oncology (SBOC). An objectively structured questionnaire was sent by e-mail and SMS to active MDs members of the SBOC. Descriptive statistics was used to evaluate the data. Statistical significance between the variables was tested by Pearson's Chi-squared test (p<0.05 was considered significance). Results: The survey was sent to 1,072 oncologists, and 398 (37.1%) answered at least part of it. One hundred and fifteen (28.9%) had followed patients who had used phosphoethanolamine. Among these, 14 (12.2%) observed adverse events and four (3.5%) attributed clinical benefit to the substance. Most of the oncologists (n=331; 83.2%) believe that it should only be used as part of a clinical trial protocol. Most physicians did not recommend this drug to their patients (n=311; 78.1%). Oncologists in Southeast, South and Midwest Brazil were more likely to have patients taking the drug compared to the Northern and Northeastern regions. Conclusion: This is the first survey to assess the opinion and experience of oncologists about this alternative therapy. Most oncologists in Brazil do not believe that synthetic phosphoethanolamine is active in cancer treatment, do not recommend its use without proper evaluation, and state that it should only be available to patients in the context of clinical trials.

scholarly journals An overview of teledentistry with a cross-sectional study on relevant knowledge and attitude of dentists in Mumbai

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 101-109
Author(s):  
Siddhesh Sandip Save ◽  
Sanpreet Sachdev Singh ◽  
Dheeraj D. Kalra ◽  
Smit Tushar Jhaveri ◽  
Sanket Keshav Avhad
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Novel Concept ◽  
Dental Professionals

Objectives: Teledentistry is a relatively novel aspect, wherein digital telecommunication modalities are effectively employed for transferring data such as images and videos between dental professionals and patients that are physically separated across a distance. The concept could be essentially beneficial in improving the provision of oral health care to patients in rural areas and remote locations, especially in situations such as the present COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods: Dental professionals having at least a graduation degree (BDS) were considered eligible for the study. A self-constructed e-questionnaire comprising 15 questions was validated and then circulated online with the aid of messenger applications and emails to the eligible participants. The data were analyzed based on age, gender, qualification, and years of experience for the dentist-based survey using the Chi-square test. Results: Our results indicate that only 55.6% of respondents had come across this relatively novel concept of digitalized health care provision with only 43% being aware of the modalities that can be utilized for the same. A significant portion (70–80%) of the respondents supported the utility of teledentistry in various specialization branches of dental practice. Conclusion: Despite multiple benefits of teledentistry in various aspects of the field of dental practice and education, its use is still limited due to relative unawareness. With the present technology available across dental clinics even in rural areas, it is now more feasible and simpler to incorporate teledentistry into one’s dental practice subsequently improving the quality of the oral health care system.

scholarly journals Disposal practice and factors associated with unused medicines in Malaysia: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leong Seng Wang ◽  
Zoriah Aziz ◽  
Zamri Chik
Keyword(s):  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Household Waste ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Abstract Background The improper disposal of unused medicines is a worldwide concern because of its impact on the environment, economy, and health. This study aims to describe the disposal practice of unused medicine and identify factors associated with unused medicines in Malaysia. Methods This was a cross-sectional, face to face interview-based survey using a structured questionnaire. We used a convenience sampling method to recruit participants from Kuala Lumpur and Selangor in Malaysia. Results We interviewed 1184 participants, and the response rate was 96%. Out of the total respondents, 995 (84%) reported having unused medicines. About a quarter of respondents kept unused medicines in the cabinet, and another quarter disposed of them into the trash or toilet. Only half of the respondent who used medicines for chronic illnesses had unused medicines compared to about 90% of respondents who used medicines for acute illnesses. The main reason for having unused medicines among those who used medicines for chronic illness was non-adherence (69%, p <  0.05). Only 27% of these respondents returned unused medicines under the “Medicine Return Programme (MRP)”. The other group who used medicines for acute illnesses had unused medicines because their health conditions improved. Thus, most of the unused medicines will eventually end up in household waste. A multivariate logistic regression analysis identified respondents who used medicines for acute illnesses as the strongest predictor of having unused medicines (Odds Ratio (OR) = 29.8; p <  0.001), followed by those who pay for their medicines (OR = 6.0; p < 0.001) and those who were willing to participate the Medicine Return Programme (OR = 2.5; p = 0.009). Conclusion The prevalence of unused medicines and their improper disposal were high in Malaysia. Unused medicines are associated with people who use medicines for acute illnesses, pay for their medication, and are willing to participate in an MRP. Rationale prescription and optimal dispensing practice, together with a broader MRP facilities coverage, could reduce unused medicine possession.

scholarly journals Awareness regarding personal hygiene and sanitation practices among adult population in Dhamrai, Dhaka

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (Number 2) ◽  
pp. 15-18
Author(s):  
Sultana Begum ◽  
Monowar Ahmad Tarafdar ◽  
Md Saizuddin ◽  
Nadia Begum ◽  
Shila Rani Das ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Leisure Time ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Comprehensive Knowledge ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The current descriptive type of cross sectional study was conducted during 16th May to 31st May 2018 to assess awareness regarding personal hygiene and sanitation practices in Dhamrai, Dhaka with a sample size of 120 using interviewer administered semi-structured questionnaire employing convenience sampling technique. More than one third (35.9%) of the respondents were in age group 25-35 years and about 65% were female, 32.5% were housewives and 35.8% were found illiterate. source of drinking water was from71.67% tube well and 78.3% used sanitary latrine. More than half of the respondents (61.67%) were taking daily bath with soap and water, 61.66% cut their nails at leisure time and 51.67% wash hair with shampoo and water; while 59.67% washed their hands before meal and 76.67% after defecation with soap and water. It is revealed that 43.3% were aware about the transmission of diarrheoa through dirty nail and 73.3% were aware not to defecate on barefoot. Health education and comprehensive knowledge of proper personal hygiene and sanitation is essential in daily life and should be used to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

scholarly journals Awareness and attitude towards smoking in public places among general population in Guntur city

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 3432
Author(s):  
Srinivas Ravoori ◽  
Suresh Chand Yaddanapalli ◽  
Parveen Sultana Shaik ◽  
Nizampatnam P. M. Pavani ◽  
Harsh Chowdary Kommineni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Places ◽  
Smoking Pattern ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
The Law ◽  
The Government ◽  
Source Of Information ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: This study determined to know the awareness and attitude towards the state prohibition of smoking in public places law.Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study design. 400 consenting respondents recruited using a convenience sampling method were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire covering their smoking pattern, awareness and attitude towards the law of prohibition of smoking in public places in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh State. Data was analysed using descriptive, Chi-square and Pearson correlation.Results: About 95.3% of the participants agreed that they do not encourage smoking in public places and 99% of them supported the proposition that smoking in public places causes problems to others where 53.8% supports ban of tobacco and 92% of participants perceived that implementing laws can prevent smoking in public places. 83% of participants restrict a person smoking in public places and only 3.3% of participants are aware of the act done by the government. 74% of the participants stated that television is the prime source of information that is effective in preventing smoking in public places followed by radio (8.5%) and cinema halls (7.8%).Conclusions: There is poor awareness and attitude towards the law of prohibition of smoking in public places in Guntur. It is necessary to increase sensitization of the general public and enforcement of the COTPA act.

scholarly journals Willingness to Test for COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study on the Population in the Ha’il Region, KSA

2021 ◽  
pp. 44-53
Author(s):  
Amany M. Khalifa ◽  
Areeb F. Alshammari ◽  
Asma M. Alrimali ◽  
Rozan A. Alshammari
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Olfactory Dysfunction ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Difficulty Breathing ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
History Of ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
Convenience Sampling

Aims: To measure the degree to which the Ha’il community is willing to test for COVID-19 and assess the possible factors that may influence their decision. Study Design: Descriptive and analytical cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Ḥaʼil Community. And the data was collected from October to November of 2020. Methodology: Participants comprised of both Saudi and non-Saudi males and females who were 18 years or older and living within the Ha’il region. Participants were recruited via convenience sampling by distributing the electronic questionnaire throughout various social media platforms. Results: Of the 664 participants, 80.9% reported their willingness to test for COVID-19 if they had olfactory dysfunction with, 80.3% reporting their willingness to test if they had difficulty breathing. However, only 61.7% of participants said that they would be willing to be tested if they had been in contact with someone who had tested positive, whilst they themselves were asymptomatic. More than half of the participants reported that they were confident in the results (81%). Bio-demographic factors that influence the degree of public trust were as follows; females (83.8%); living with others (81.8%); history of not gathering with more than 10 people outside their household (87.9%). Conclusion: Our finding revealed that the vast majority of the Ha’il community are willing to test for COVID-19, with a high proportion of females, participants who are living with others and participants who do not usually mix with more than 10 people at the same time showing a greater degree of trust in the results of the COVID-19 test. Furthermore, when participants had experienced olfactory dysfunction or\and breathing difficulties themselves, they tended to exhibit greater trust in the COVID-19 test results.

scholarly journals Assessment of beneficiary satisfaction at district early intervention centre, Mysuru district, Karnataka

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 4411
Author(s):  
H. Shruthi ◽  
Sunil Kumar Doddaiah ◽  
Chandan . ◽  
Arun Gopi ◽  
M. R. Narayan Murthy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Intervention ◽  
Client Satisfaction ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Pediatric Department ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: District early intervention centres (DEIC) are established under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), aimed at providing early intervention and screening of the children identified with 4Ds. Aimed to assess the beneficiary satisfaction visiting DEIC. Patient satisfaction was an important and commonly used indicator for measuring the quality of health care.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at DEIC, Mysuru to assess client satisfaction. 276 study participants who visited the DEIC (from January 2021 to June 2021) were selected through the convenience sampling method. A semi-structured questionnaire was administered about the services provided across various departments at DEIC. Data were analyzed by using IBM version 23 SPSS.Results: Among 276 beneficiaries who reached DEIC, about overall client satisfaction, 250 (90.5%) were satisfied and 26 (9.42%) were dissatisfied with the functioning and services provided across various departments at DEIC. 272 (98%) were satisfied more with the information provided about the medications by the pediatric department and 11 (18.0%) were more dissatisfied with the room infrastructure, information provided about treatment adopted and instructions to parents/guardians for regular follow up by the counseling department.Conclusions: Overall, the clients were more satisfied with the services provided by the pediatric department and less dissatisfied with the counseling and psychology department. The findings of this present study will be useful input for the early intervention centers to improve their services and can also give an overview to the healthcare managers and policymakers in developing programs and policies. Improvement in the psychology, counseling, and ophthalmology departments will provide better beneficiary satisfaction.

scholarly journals Academic Honesty among Students of Selected Dental Colleges of Bangladesh

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-13
Author(s):  
Sumi Gazi ◽  
ABM Jamal
Keyword(s):  
Academic Dishonesty ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Academic Honesty ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Objectives: The purpose of this research is to explore some of the issues related to academic honesty among students in Dental colleges, the challenges faced by them to do well academically in an honest manner. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted at ten public and private dental colleges of Bangladesh. The students were asked to fill up a self-administered, semi structured questionnaire containing about their Academic honesty and behavior. Data was collected using convenience sampling method. Sample size was 739. Results: The study revealed 30% marked proxy for their friends and 28.9% asked their friends to mark proxy for them.10.8% cheated in examination using notes. Also 38.7% copied answers from another student during an examination. Conclusion: The study revealed that a large number of dental students admitted to cheating and involvement in other forms of academic dishonesty. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Education Vol.10(1) 2019: 6-13

scholarly journals Insights into Knowledge, Attitude and Perception about Dental Ergonomics and Work-Related Musculo Skeletal Disorders (MSD) among Dental Professionals at Chengalpet District, Tamil Nadu, India: A cross-sectional study

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
GR Karthikeyan ◽  
Balasubramaniyam Balaguhan ◽  
Aiyathurai Mathanmohan ◽  
Velu Deepak ◽  
K Indrapriyadharshini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice ◽  
Dental Professionals

Introduction: Despite all modern technological advances, dentistry is a profession still being affected by various musculoskeletal disorders, because of their prolonged working hours and difficult postures. Hence, this study was undertaken to assess the basic knowledge, attitude and practice of dental ergonomics during routine dental procedures among dental professionals and the second aim of the study focused on knowledge, attitude and practice of dental ergonomics by gender. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 203 dental professionals from January 2021 to February 2021. A structured questionnaire consisting of 15 questions was administered. Descriptive analysis of demographic variables was done and knowledge, attitude and perception scores were performed using the chi-square test. Results: Among the 203 participants, a considerable majority of the participants which is about 75.9% (male: 71.1% and female: 79.6%) reported that they have awareness of dental ergonomics. There were no statistically significant differences between males and females regarding knowledge score of p=1.280. About 46.4% of participants (male: 54.3 % and female: 43.9%), complained of neck pain followed by 44.3% (male 41.3% and female 45.2%) complained of back pain. About 58.6% reported that the pain was caused strictly because of improper posture and non-ergonomically designed equipment. The difference between the gender variations was statistically significant regarding perception about dental ergonomics (p=0.001*) Conclusion: Dental professionals have considerable awareness of ergonomics in dental practice. The current study highlights the situation of ergonomics in dental practice in the form of knowledge, attitude, and practices.

Services Provided for Lactating Mothers at Lactation Management Clinic in Selected Tertiary Level Hospitals

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-73
Author(s):  
Tarannum Tasnim ◽  
ANM Shamsul Islam ◽  
Mehedi Hasan Azad ◽  
Farhana Sharmin
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Advice ◽  
Tertiary Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Lactating Mothers ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: Children are the precious gift from the Almightily Allah and breast milk is an ideal product given to the human being by nature to fulfill all requirements of the offspring until they are matured enough to take adult food. Objective: To assess the services provided for lactating mothers at lactation management centre in selected tertiary level hospitals. Materials and Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted among 100 Lactating mothers who were selected conveniently and were interviewed by pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire and an observational checklist. Collected data were processed and analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Packages for Social Science) software. Results: Lactation management centre (LMC) is supervised by a consultant and separate room is allotted in both out-patient and in-patient departments. Mothers came with lactation problems were more likely in the first month of the baby (73%) and feeling of not enough milk production was common (49%).Highly significant relationship was found between breast problems of lactating mother and age of child (p<0.001). About 84% respondents received practical demonstration on position and attachment of the baby during lactation. About 91% respondents got dietary advice for enough breast milk production, 75% got dietary advice regarding their child’s weaning food chart and69% got health education. Maximum mothers were informed about LMC by doctor & nurse (82%). Conclusion: Information about LMC services should be disseminated across the country. Lactating mothers should be familiarized with LMC and public awareness should be enhanced for effective management of breastfeeding problem to promote, protect and support the breastfeeding. JOPSOM 2019; 38(2): 68-73

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