scholarly journals Awareness and precaution attitude of dentists as regards to risks associated with exposure to COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Merve Benli ◽  
Olivier Huck ◽  
Mutlu Ozcan
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Professional Status ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
High Level ◽  
Saliva Contamination

Objective: Dentists need a high level of awareness to limit the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus disease 2019). This study aimed to evaluate the level of awareness and attitude regarding the risk associated with dental procedures among dentists. Material and Methods: An online questionnaire was submitted to dentists between April- May 2020. The questionnaire form included questions related to demographic data, the transmission characterization of SARS-CoV-2, and treatment of COVID-19 patients. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS V23 and chi-square test (p 0.05). Results: A total of 3825 participants (29.1 7.6 years) were included. In COVID-19, the riskiest dental branch in terms of the risk of contamination through saliva was considered to be Periodontics (32.2%), while the least risky branch was Orthodontics (0.2%). Specific dental treatment procedures considered at high risk of contamination were tooth preparation (69.4%), scaling and root planing (63.5%), filling (53.4%), and pulpectomy (40.5%). The parameters of the study that differed according to gender and professional status were the viability of the virus, the risk assessment, saliva contamination risk, and aerosol-generating activities for COVID-19 (p 0.05). Conclusion: Dentists were aware of the risk assessment and extra precautionary methods. However, they had limited knowledge about the viability of the virus. Dentists should be aware of recommended approaches and update their knowledge about COVID-19 to limit the spread of the disease. Since dentistry is an area suitable for the transmission of the COVID-19, the fact that dentists have information about the viability of this virus will be lifesaving in clinical applications. Keywords COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2; Dentistry; Risk; Viability.

scholarly journals A survey of COVID-19 linked experience, knowledge, attitude, and behaviours among orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 006-018
Author(s):  
Tolulase Abosede Yemitan ◽  
Omolara Yeside Odunsi ◽  
Oyeyemi Oyebola Oyewo ◽  
Kikelomo Oluwabukola Adegbite ◽  
Aderinsola Sophia Omotuyole ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Training Programs ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Professional Status ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
High Exposure ◽  
Total Knowledge Score ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Orthodontic practitioners have a high exposure risk to cross infection with COVID-19 due to proximity with the patients and frequent exposure to body fluids during procedures. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate COVID-19 related experiences, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours among orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria, and to identify factors related with their self-perceived and actual level of COVID-19 related knowledge. Methods: An online questionnaire was sent to a sample of orthodontists and orthodontic residents in Nigeria to survey demographic characteristics, personal experiences, knowledge, attitude and behaviours related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The data collected were analysed using descriptive analysis, chi-square test and regression analysis. Results: A total of 29 (54.7%) respondents were specialist orthodontists while 24(45.3%) were orthodontic residents. Most orthodontists (96.6%) and orthodontic residents (95.8%) had completed COVID-19-related training programs and the Internet (98.1%) was their primary source of knowledge. The mean self-perceived knowledge score was 4.44 ± 0.55 while their total knowledge score was 4.15 ± 0.60. Attitudes towards the use of PPE (P = 0.001) and compliance with the use of pre-procedural mouth rinse with 1% Hydrogen Peroxide or 0.2% povidone Iodine (P = 0.034) was significantly different among the respondents based on their professional status. Conclusions: COVID-19-related training programs as well as provision of essential personal protective equipment are essential for the improvement of knowledge, confidence, and preparedness of orthodontic professionals.

scholarly journals Effects of COVID-19 Pandemic on Working Conditions of Dentists in Poland and Turkey

Medicina ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (10) ◽  
pp. 1082
Author(s):  
Sarkis Sozkes ◽  
Iwona Olszewska-Czyż
Keyword(s):  
Working Conditions ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Full Face ◽  
Dental Professionals

Background and Objectives: Due to the specific working conditions dental professionals represent a group of high risk of infection and COVID-19 pandemic in many ways have influenced their working environment. The aim of this study was to evaluate effects of COVID-19 pandemic on working conditions of dentists in Poland and Turkey. Materials and Methods: The study was an anonymous online questionnaire conducted among thedentists in two countries: Poland and Turkey. The survey consisted of general questions, COVID-19 pandemic infection and working history as well as working conditions before and during pandemic. Chi-square test, Fisher’s Exact test, Fisher Freeman Halton test and Continuity (Yates) Correction were used to compare qualitative data. Results: The study was conducted with a total of 400 participants, 162 (40.5%) men and 238 (59.5%) women, aged between 23 and 67. The mean age of the participants was 42.39 ± 9.99 years. Positive COVID-19 test results among dentists in Poland were found to be significantly higher than in Turkey. Time of dental procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic in Poland and Turkey was significantly increased. The usage of N95/FFP2 or N99/FFP3 masks and surgical gowns during COVID-19 pandemic compared to pre-COVID-19 periods was clearly higher (p < 0.05). Reusable full-face and half-face elastomeric respirators are increasingly used in Turkey. During the COVID-19 pandemic a 25% decrease in dentists’ income in Poland (81%) was significantly high than in Turkey (47.5%). Conclusions: COVID-19 pandemic has influenced working conditions of dentists. Many dentists got infected during the pandemic, dental procedures’ time has increased, and protective equipment usage has become higher. Further studies analyzing the working conditions of dentists during COVID-19 pandemic should be conducted for better planning of future decisions taken by governments and authorities.

scholarly journals The Relationship Between Galen’s Personality Type Theory and Emotional Intelligence Level

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
Olyvia Sita Aldisa Thadea ◽  
Suhartono Taat Putra ◽  
I Gusti Ngurah Gunadi Sindhu Putra
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Intelligence ◽  
Personality Type ◽  
Personality Types ◽  
P Value ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Intelligence Level ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Relationship

Introduction: Personality is a behavior and mindset pattern that is typical for each person in responding to every event or stimulus in his environment. Galen's theory has classified personality types into four types they are Sanguinis, Choleric, Melancholy, and Plegmatis. The level of emotional intelligence shows a person's ability to deal with demands and pressures to achieve their best in thinking and behaving appropriately. This study aims to prove the relationship between personality types based on Galen's theory with emotional intelligence level in preclinical medical students.Methods: This study is a comparative study using an online questionnaire instrument on emotional intelligence and personality type tests compiled by Florence Littauer. This research variables are the emotional intelligence level and personality type. This study used data from 100 respondents, then data was analyzed using Chi Square test.Results: From 100 respondents, dominant personality type is Sanguinis 35%, followed by Choleric 13%, Melancholy 27%, and Plegmatis 25%. There were no respondent who showed a low level of emotional intelligence in this study. 64% of respondents have a high level of emotional intelligence, while the remaining 36% have a moderate level. Chi Square test shows p value is 0.032.Conclusion: There is a relationship between personality types based on Galen's theory with emotional intelligence level on medical students in Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga.

scholarly journals Perception and expectation. What do patients really want from the dental treatment?

2017 ◽  
Vol 65 (3) ◽  
pp. 243-248
Author(s):  
Adriana Cristina ZAVANELLI ◽  
Mariana Vilela SÔNEGO ◽  
Ricardo Alexandre ZAVANELLI ◽  
José Vitor Quinelli MAZARO ◽  
Rosse Mary FALCÓN-ANTENUCCI
Keyword(s):  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Tooth Whitening ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dental Esthetics ◽  
Dental Aesthetics ◽  
The Face ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Dental Appearance

ABSTRACT Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the subjective aspects related to the perception of dental appearance and expectations of patients who receive dental treatment in graduation clinics of the Araçatuba Dental School. Methods It was evaluated 362 patients of both gender aged over 18. The questionnaire included questions of demographic data, questions to assess facial and dental aesthetics, dental satisfaction and treatments considering patients notion to improve dental esthetics. The data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics and the chi-square test. Results The factor teeth for facial analysis and factor positioning in the arch for smile analysis were considered the most important subjects regarding the esthetic according to the respondents. 67.5% of patients were dissatisfied with the appearance of their teeth, and dissatisfaction with the color was the most important factor (66.8%). The treatment most desired was tooth whitening and 85.0% of patients said yes to it. Conclusion Respondents place great value on the teeth on the face appearance, and it can be seen that aesthetic treatments are highly valued in all age groups. There is a need for treatments to restore the function, but treatments to improve dental appearance were the most requested.

Prevalence of Dental Anxiety among Patients Visiting the Out Patient Department (OPD) of a Dental Institution in Panchkula, Haryana

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (7) ◽  
pp. 27-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Mehta ◽  
Vikram Arora
Keyword(s):  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Dental Anxiety ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dental Services ◽  
Major Barrier ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Utilization Of Dental Services ◽  
Patient Department

INTRODUCTION: Anxiety is a common problem frequently experienced by patients undergoing dental procedures in every dental setting. The present study aimed to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety among the patients visiting the Out Patient Department (OPD) of a Dental Institution in Panchkula, Haryana.MATERIALS & METHOD: A sample of 600 adults (Females =298, Males = 302) with age ranging from 21 years to 65 years were enrolled in the study. The Modified Dental Anxiety Scale was used to measure dental anxiety among the study population. Chi Square test and ANOVA was used to find significant comparisons between the different variables assessed in the study. Further, Spearman’s Correlation was used to analyse these variables with the mean anxiety scores of the patients.RESULTS: The prevalence of anxiety among patients was found to be high. Reportedly the level of anxiety was found more in females than in males. It was revealed that with advancing age and higher education level, there was a decrease in level of anxiety, postponement of the dental treatment had a direct effect on dental anxiety. Previous unfavourable dental experience has a high impact on dental anxiety scores.CONCLUSION: Evaluation of anxiety levels in the subjects of this study suggests that majority of them are anxious towards dental treatment. Dental anxiety is one of the major barrier in the utilization of dental services. There is a strict need of directing efforts towards alleviation of this hindrance to provide a good quality dental care to the needy population.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Dental Anxiety among Patients Visiting a Dental Institution in Telangana, South India

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 206-210
Author(s):  
Satyanarayana Dantala ◽  
Roshani M Chawla
Keyword(s):  
South India ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Dental Anxiety ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Socioeconomic Groups ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Injection Techniques

BACKGROUND: Anxiety and fear are common problems frequently experienced by patients during undergoing dental procedures across the globe. AIM: The present study aimed to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety among the patients attending the Out Patient Department (OPD) of a Dental Institution in Telangana, South India MATERIALS & METHOD:  A sample of 300 adults (Females =149, Males = 151) with age ranging from 15 years to 60 years were enrolled in the study. Data was collected by using the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS). Chi Square test and ANOVA was used to find significant comparisons between the different variables assessed in the study (age, gender, educational qualification, income, previous dental visits, previous dental experience and postponement of visit). Futher, Spearman’s Correlation was used to analyse these variables with the mean anxiety scores of the patients.  RESULTS: The prevalence of anxiety among patients in was found to be 3.6%. Reportedly the level of anxiety was found more in females than in males. It was revealed that while age depicted an inverse relationship, postponement of the dental treatment had a direct effect on dental anxiety. CONCLUSION:  Various dental procedures such as drilling the tooth for restorative procedures, injection techniques for various anaesthetic procedures are the most common reasons which cause dental anxiety to patients. Younger adolescents and patients who belong to lower socioeconomic groups were more anxious. Efforts need to be directed towards alleviation of this anxiety to provide quality dental care to one and all.

scholarly journals Assessment of communication words during dental treatment requiring with and without local anaesthesia between child and pediatric dentist

2021 ◽  
pp. 14-20
Author(s):  
Shital Kiran Davangere Padmanabh ◽  
◽  
Para Dave ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Local Anaesthesia ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Pediatric Dentist ◽  
Dental Procedures ◽  
Group I ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test

Aim: To evaluate the widely used words by children and pediatric dentist during different dental procedures that involves treatment under local anaesthesia (LA) and without LA. Methods: 40 children aged between 6-12years were divided in to 2 groups, Group; I treated under local anaesthesia and Group II without anaesthesia. Each group comprising of 20 subjects (male- 10) (female -10) were recruited from the Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry. The procedure was randomized only in one appointment by collecting the data conducted by recording the conversations between the child and dentist from the time the child walks in the dental operator until the session got over. The conversation was taped, transcribed and analyzed linguistically and statistically using chi-square test. Results: A total of 50 words were used with a minimum of 15 words in a session. There were no significant difference were found in words spoken by the child and the practitioner regarding gender, session, and duration of being acquainted with (p>0.05). Regarding age groups, (4–7-year-old) significantly used fewer words than the schoolers (6–12-year-old) (p<0.05). Conclusions: This study proved that the most commonly used words by the practitioner in treatment under LA and without LA were “syringe”, “pain” and “to identify” and “stop”, “open your mouth”, and “to identify” respectively.

scholarly journals HANDLING DISTRUST ON RISK COMMUNICATION IN NIGERIA: A STRATEGY TO STRENGTHENING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK RESPONSE

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi ◽  
Priscilla Onaopemipo Akosile ◽  
Aanuoluwapo Adeyimika Afolabi ◽  
Victor Okoliko Ukwenya
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Outbreak Response ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background This study aimed to assess the level of trust in the COVID-19 risk communication efforts in Nigeria. Methods We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study among community members aged 15 years and above in Ondo state in October, 2020. Data were collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22. Descriptive statistics were summarized using frequencies. Trust was ranked from “1” implying “Low level of trust” to “7” denoting “High level of trust”. We conducted bivariate Chi-square test on respondents’ level of trust in the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and socio-demographic characteristics. The level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results Among the 691 respondents, 244 (35.3%) were aged 21 to 29 years, and 304 (51.4%) used the NCDC to obtain COVID-19 knowledge. Overall, 205 (41.8%) had high level of trust in the NCDC. Furthermore, 51 (51.5%) individuals aged 30-39 years had high level of trust in the NCDC (ᵡ2=17.455, p= 0.001). Also, 114 (48.5%) persons who lived with children below 18 years had high level of trust in the NCDC (ᵡ2= 8.266, p= 0.004). Conclusion Policy makers should prioritize the involvement of young and educated persons in COVID-19 risk communication strategies.

scholarly journals Behaviour and Anxiety Management of Paediatric Dental Patients through Virtual Reality: A Randomised Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (14) ◽  
pp. 3019
Author(s):  
Cristina Gómez-Polo ◽  
Ana-Aida Vilches ◽  
David Ribas ◽  
Antonio Castaño-Séiquer ◽  
Javier Montero
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Randomised Clinical Trial ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Anxiety Management ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
Paediatric Patients ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Scale Test

Clinicians should appreciate the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) headsets for managing both the anxiety and the behaviour of non-cooperative paediatric patients who require treatment over several dental appointments. The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of using a VR headset as a distraction for managing the anxiety and behaviour of paediatric patients during their dental treatment. Eighty patients, aged between five and ten years old and who required dental treatment over three or more appointments, were randomly allocated into two groups. One group used a VR headset during all their appointments, and the other one did not use any distraction technique. The patients were asked to take a Facial Image Scale Test during their first and last appointments to assess their level of anxiety. Additionally, the dentist completed the Frankl Test to quantify the child’s behaviour at the beginning and the end of their treatment. The results obtained, both from the group using the VR headset and from the control group, were compared using the chi-square test. The use of a VR headset during dental treatment significantly reduced anxiety (95% of the children were happy) and improved behaviour (100% positive behaviour) as compared with the control group (40% and 57.5%, respectively). A VR headset can effectively distract a paediatric patient, helping to reduce anxiety and manage behaviour during dental treatment

scholarly journals The perception of COVID-19 among Italian dental patients: an orthodontic point of view

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Martina ◽  
Alessandra Amato ◽  
Paolo Faccioni ◽  
Alfredo Iandolo ◽  
Massimo Amato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Dental Practice ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dental Patients ◽  
Patient Health ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Level Of Significance

Abstract Background The present study aimed to investigate the patients’ perception of the dental practice during the COVID-19 outbreak, and whether the pandemic will affect the attendance of orthodontic patients at the dental practice. An online questionnaire, including the Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4), was submitted to Italian dental patients with items about their perceived risks when going to the dentist, concerns about continuing orthodontic treatment, and the onset of temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Data were analyzed with a chi-square test and logistic regression analysis. The level of significance was set at P < 0.05. Results A total of 1566 subjects completed the survey, including 486 who were under orthodontic treatment or who had a child in orthodontic treatment. A total of 866 participants (55.3%) thought the risk of contracting the COVID-19 infection was higher in a dental practice; this perception was associated with gender (women more than man), age (over 60 years old) and high levels of distress (P<0.001). However, 894 patients (57.1%) felt comfortable going back to the dentist. Most of the orthodontic patients (84%) would continue their treatment. After the lockdown, there was a slight increase in the frequency of TMD pain (356 versus 334). Conclusions Most of the participants believed that the dental practice is a place at greater risk of contracting COVID-19, even if they continue to go to the dentist. Gender, age, and the level of distress were associated with the increase in the fear of going to the dentist due to COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, 16% of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment would not return to the dental practice to continue their orthodontic treatment after the lockdown. The prevalence of TMD pain in the population increased due to the pandemic.

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