A study on the severity and prevention measures of COVID-19 among dental professionals in clinical practice management

BACKGROUND: Medical professionals, especially dental professionals, have been adversely affected by the pandemic of COVID-19 due to an increased chance of exposure to patients because of close contact during treatments. OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to evaluate knowledge about the disease and assess ways of precautions to be taken during the pandemic. METHODS: A questionnaire was developed and registered at Google Forms. The study population included dental practitioners, working in hospitals and clinics. A total of 495 dental practitioners from 14 different countries across the world responded. Most dentists were aware of the required modifications in the management of patients. The points allotted for each correct/best answer by participants for a group of questions regarding each component (Knowledge, Perceptions, and Practices) were added/summed to generate an overall score for each of the three components. RESULTS: Both univariate and multivariate analysis employed for the evaluation of results. Moreover, the total practice score was significantly associated with gender and sector of practice. Multivariable analysis model using multiple linear regressions was formulated by including those variables which were significant at the univariate stage. Hence, the practice sector was the only variable found to be significantly associated with the total knowledge score (p-value < 0.05). Conclusion: This study, based on our experience and relevant guidelines and research, introduces essential knowledge about COVID-19 and infection in dental settings.

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Coronavirus Disease 2019: Prevention and Safety in the Dental Office

International Healthcare Research Journal ◽

10.26440/ihrj/0501.04406 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 5 (1) ◽

pp. RV1-RV10

Author(s):

Priyanka ◽

Sonal Priya Bhansali ◽

Sumit Bhansali ◽

Yagyeshwar Malhotra

Keyword(s):

Rna Virus ◽

Close Contact ◽

Oral Route ◽

Health Crisis ◽

Public Health Crisis ◽

Dental Office ◽

Dental Practitioners ◽

Essential Knowledge ◽

Dental Professional ◽

Dental Professionals

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by a single stranded RNA virus originating from Wuhan China has gripped the whole world and evolved rapidly into a public health crisis. SARSCoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 is abundantly present in nasopharyngeal and salivary secretions of affected patients and is transmitted by droplets, surface contact, fecal-oral route and by aerosolization during procedures. The dental professionals are particularly at risk because of close contact with the patient and exposure to blood, saliva and droplets. Dental professionals must be fully aware of coronavirus spreading modalities, identification of patients with this infection, so present article introduces the essential knowledge about COVID-19 infection and provide recommended management protocols for dental practitioners based on relevant guidelines, research so that dental professional are better prepared to manage asymptomatic, suspected, and confirmed COVID-19 patients.

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Evaluation of Knowledge, Psychological, Social and Economic Aspects of Covid-19 Pandemic among Dental Professionals- A Cross-sectional Study

JOURNAL FOR CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH ◽

10.7860/jcdr/2020/44999.14117 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Maya Ramesh ◽

Ramesh Krishnan ◽

Sabarinathan Jaganathan

Keyword(s):

Demographic Factors ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Economic Aspects ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

Dental Professionals

Introduction: Medical as well as dental professionals are always at an increased risk of contracting infections in pandemics. The novel Coronavirus (nCoV), the causative agent of the COVID-19 pandemic is more contagious than other known members of Coronaviridae family. Aim: This research aims to evaluate the knowledge, psychological, social, and economic aspects of COVID-19 pandemic among dental professionals using a closed-ended questionnaire study. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study with close ended questionnaire was planned. The questionnaire form was prepared in the Google platform after receiving ethical clearance, with 39 questions under the headings of General Information, Knowledge, Psychological aspects, and Social and Economic aspects. The questionnaire link was circulated among dental professionals known to the research team through Email, WhatsApp, and Messenger. A total of 504 dental professionals participated in this study in five days. Knowledge score was calculated, and psychological stress was calculated using Likert scale. Economic aspect was measured using yes/no answers. Data were entered in an excel sheet and the data obtained were statistically analysed using the SPSS software, version 11.5. Chi-square test was done to evaluate whether there is an association between knowledge score and demographic factors and p-value was obtained. Results: There was almost equal gender distribution of respondents in the study. p-value obtained from chi-square test results correlating knowledge score with various demographic factors was not significant. A 59.9% of study participants were poorly informed on methods used to diagnose COVID-19 infection. A 44.4% of the respondents were psychologically stressed about infecting their family members and 72.22% were economically affected because of their profession. A 98.61% of the participants reported that they will wash their hands frequently, avoid crowded places and cancel travel plans in the near future. Conclusion: The present study evaluated the knowledge, psychological, social and economic aspects of COVID-19 pandemic among dental professionals. We identified that there is an urgent need to intensify the knowledge on COVID-19 and also to give psychological, social and economic support to dental professionals

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Dentist’s Perspective Regarding Usage of Different Fixed Prosthesis Removal Systems in Islamabad and Rawalpindi

10.53350/pjmhs2115103182 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (10) ◽

pp. 3182-3184

Author(s):

Parivash Anwar ◽

Aafia Waheed ◽

Adnan Munir Raja ◽

Muhammad Shakeel Akram Khawaja ◽

Sidra Kazmi ◽

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Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Dental Crowns ◽

Dental Practitioners ◽

Prosthesis Removal ◽

Dental Practices ◽

Fixed Prosthesis ◽

Bridge Failure ◽

Dental Professionals

Background: Crowns and multi-unit fixed partial dentures have a limited lifetime. They fail for a number of reasons. The removal of provisional crowns and bridges is generally simple, however for permanent crowns, it becomes more challenging. Careful removal of FPD can help a dentist simplify a resto or endo procedure. The aim of this article was to analyze the different methods available for the removal of crowns and bridges and their awareness among dental practitioners Study Design & location: This was a cross-sectional study based on a questionnaire. The questionnaire was filled by a total of 250 general and specialist dentists who were practicing in various individual and group-based dental practices as well as private and government setups of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Methodology: The questionnaire comprised a total of 13 questions to find out dentists' views about the usage of different system’s available for dental crowns and FPD removal. Participants were selected by random sampling. The results were then analyzed using SPSS version 23. Frequencies, percentages of different variables used in the study were calculated to identify the co-relation among different attributes. P-value of less than or equal to 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The study reflected that out of those who answered, 247 dental professionals (98.5 %) preferred using hemostats or Morrell sliding hammer or a combination of both as they offered better control of force. A small percentage (approx 2%) of dentists used diamond or carbide burs as their first preference to trim off old crowns. Clinicians rarely used laser due to its high cost and less availability and its effectiveness primarily related to Porcelain jacket/ Zirconium crowns. Conclusion: It was concluded from this study that the majority of dentists preferred Morrell type crown remover with sliding hammer due to its ease of availability, universal acceptance, simple to use and because as it offered better control of force as opposed to spring-lock type Keywords: Crown and bridge removal, Crown and bridge disassembly, Crown and bridge failure.

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Travelers to U.S.: Zika Virus Knowledge, Attitudes, and Determinants of Practices in the Middle East—Insights for Future Awareness Campaigns

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph16142517 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 16 (14) ◽

pp. 2517 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Abu-rish ◽

Elayeh ◽

Browning

Keyword(s):

Middle East ◽

Zika Virus ◽

Middle Eastern ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

P Value ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

World Cup ◽

Awareness Campaigns ◽

High Knowledge ◽

Educational Campaigns

Travelers act as sentinels for the spread of Zika virus. Imported Zika cases and the presence of Zika virus-transmitting mosquitoes have been documented in the Middle East. However, data on travelers’ knowledge, attitude and practices regarding Zika and its prevention measures within the Middle East are scarce. This study aimed to address this issue in a sample of Jordanian and non-Jordanian travelers to U.S. in Jordan. A paper-based questionnaire was distributed to 301 travelers to U.S. in Queen Alia International airport, Amman, Jordan. Only 2.7% of the travelers knew that Zika is associated with birth defects. A total of 10.4% of the participants knew that the bite of infected mosquitoes is a route of Zika transmission. Only 12.6% of respondents correctly identified Zika prevention measures. The level of education and future plans for pregnancy were significantly associated with a high knowledge score (R2 = 0.140, p-value < 0.005). Although 76.2% of the travelers perceived Zika as a health threat, only 11.2% believed in the efficacy of the prevention measures. Formulation of educational campaigns within Middle Eastern countries and development of awareness strategies regarding Zika and its prevention within the airports are required. This is particularly essential with the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

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Assessment of Awareness and Knowledge on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic among Seafarers

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9020120 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 120

Author(s):

Gopi Battineni ◽

Getu Gamo Sagaro ◽

Nalini Chintalapudi ◽

Marzio Di Canio ◽

Francesco Amenta

Keyword(s):

Age Groups ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Educational Status ◽

Control Measures ◽

P Value ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Infection Control Measures ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Novel Coronavirus

Background: The ongoing pandemic due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is becoming a serious global threat. Experts suggest that the infection can be controlled by immediate prevention measures. Sailing is one of the occupational categories more vulnerable to this virus outbreak due to the proximity of the working conditions. Objective: Awareness and knowledge assessments of seafarers towards the current epidemic is mandatory to understand the effectiveness and success of the infection control measures adopted by shipping companies. Methods: In this study, we presented an online questionnaire survey to determine the knowledge levels of COVID-19 among seafarers. The data were collected by self-reported survey, and analysis was done by the analysis of variance (ANOVA). The t-test was used to understand the knowledge attitude differences to COVID-19 among different occupational groups of seafarers, and the p-value ≤ of 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Among 1,458 responses received, 92.82% had a college or university degree. The results reported that the mean COVID-19 knowledge score was 5.82 (standard deviation = 0.51, range 0–6), and the overall correct percentage was 97%. There was a statistically significant difference between age groups (F (4, 1453) = 5.44, p < 0.001) and educational groups (F (4, 1453) = 1.52, p < 0.001). The knowledge score was not significantly different across the educational status of the participants (F (2, 1455) = 1.52, p = 0.220). Conclusions: The present study highlighted good knowledge and behaviours among sailors about COVID-19. However, shipping companies need to come up with new campaigns to hold optimistic practices and suitable guidelines on ships, including cruise boats, to keep sea workers always alert and collaborative in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.

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Needlestick Injuries among Dental Professionals in Dental Colleges of Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Journal of Bahria University Medical and Dental College ◽

10.51985/jbumdc2019003 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (3) ◽

pp. 181-187

Author(s):

Batool Zara ◽

Eruj Shuja ◽

Nasar Um Min Allah ◽

Muddasar Pervez ◽

Omer Siddiquie ◽

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Keyword(s):

Sampling Technique ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

P Value ◽

Needlestick Injuries ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Hands On ◽

Injection Techniques ◽

The Mean ◽

Dental Assistants ◽

Dental Professionals

Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge and practices of Needlestick Injuries (NSIs) among dental professionals in various dental hospitals of Rawalpindi. Study Design and Setting: It was a cross-sectional observational study conducted in four different dental colleges of Rawalpindi from January 2019 to March 2019. Methodology: By using convenient sampling technique, a total of 252 dental professionals were approached for the data collection through a structured, pretested, self-designed questionnaire. SPSS version 23 was used for data analysis. P-value <= 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: Among 252 participants; 36 (14.3%) were dental assistants, 158 (62.7%) were dentists, 38 (15.1%) were postgraduate trainees (PGTs) and 20 (7.9%) were consultant dentists. The mean age ± SD of participants was 26.9 ± 5.41. There were 92 (36.5%) male and 160 (63.5%) female participants. Mean knowledge score was best for consultant dentists (85.83 ± 15.74) followed by PGTs (80.70 ± 14.71) and dentists (76.58 ± 15.39) whereas it is lower for dental assistants (65.28 ± 11.87), p = 0.002. Practice response has shown that 22 (16%) of the dental assistants have never been vaccinated for Hepatitis B whereas most of the dental assistants have never reported the incident of NSIs to the concerned authorities. Conclusion: NSIs continue to be a serious occupational hazard in the field of Dentistry. This study concluded that despite the mean knowledge score was highest among consultant dentists, the dental assistants and dentists have lower overall knowledge and practice indicates a need to continuing education on safe injection techniques along with the hands-on programme to prevent NSIs in hospitals.

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Physicians’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards Zika virus infection in Jordan

The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries ◽

10.3855/jidc.11356 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 13 (07) ◽

pp. 584-590

Author(s):

Eman Y Abu-rish ◽

Eman R Elayeh ◽

Michael J Browning

Keyword(s):

Zika Virus ◽

Public Awareness ◽

Public Health Problem ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

General Physicians

Introduction: Zika virus (ZIKAV) disease is a public health problem of international concern. Recent evidence has documented imported ZIKAV cases into the Middle East and the existence of ZIKAV-transmitting mosquitoes in Jordan. However, limited data exist on the role of physicians in public awareness in this regard. This study aimed to assess ZIKAV knowledge, attitudes and counseling practices (KAP) of general physicians and gynecologists in Amman, Jordan. Methodology: In this cross-sectional study, a structured paper-based questionnaire was completed by 119 participants during 2016-2017. Results: Only 4.2% of the physicians correctly addressed ZIKAV-complication questions. A misconception of considering direct contact between individuals and breastfeeding as modes of ZIKAV transmission was observed. Only one participant correctly recognized that isolation of infected or exposed persons is not recommended. Having at least five years of experience in medical practice was the only factor that was significantly associated with a high knowledge score (P-value=0.011). Although prevention measures are the sole method to control ZIKAV spread, only 50% of participants believed in the efficacy of such measures. Despite a quarter of participants perceiving ZIKAV as a threat to their patients, none of them have counseled a patient in this regard before. The presence of an evidence of ZIKAV in Jordan and health authorities' recommendations were the most important predictors for adoption of counseling practice. Conclusions: General physicians and gynecologists in Jordan had several gaps in knowledge of key aspects of ZIKAV disease, and there is a need for specific training programs of physicians and gynecologists.

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Assessment of Awareness Among Dental Practitioners Regarding The Management of Dental Traumatic Injuries, Based On The International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) Guidelines 2020: A Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Survey

Journal of Dentistry and Oral Sciences ◽

10.37191/mapsci-2582-3736-3(3)-094 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Anjal Muharib

Keyword(s):

International Association ◽

Central India ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Traumatic Injuries ◽

Dental Practitioners ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

The One

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge of dental practitioners in Central Indian region, regarding the treatment and management of dental traumatic injuries, using the International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) Guidelines 2020 as a reference. Materials and Methods: A total of 514 dental practitioners across Central India participated in a cross-sectional study by means of virtual survey. A two part electronic questionnaire was created using google forms, investigating 7 profession based questions and 16 trauma based questions and were sent to all the dentists registered with Dental Council of India in Central India.The responses were analysed to evaluate the awareness among dental practitioners regarding the management of dental traumatic injuries. Statistical Analysis: Descriptive statistics was performed by using the proportional or frequency distribution of the parameters. The respondents were then grouped according to the branch of speciality if any and the data was evaluated by the one-way ANOVA with post-hoc, with p value <0.005. Results: In the present study, out of a total score of 20,the mean knowledge score for dental practitioners was 8.20 (only 54.86% of the 20 questions were answered correctly) and 282 participants out of 514 had an average level of knowledge, Conclusion: The overall level of knowledge of dentists from Central India region of the revised IADT guidelines is average.

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Perceived Efficacy of COVID-19 Prevention Measures and Intention to Use Among Chronic Disease Patients in Northeast Ethiopia, 2020

10.21203/rs.3.rs-73649/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Abebe Dires ◽

Sisay Gedamu Addis ◽

Yemiamrew Getachew Tesema

Keyword(s):

Chronic Disease ◽

Multivariable Analysis ◽

Significant Proportion ◽

Male Gender ◽

P Value ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Perceived Efficacy ◽

Corona Virus ◽

Chronic Disease Patients ◽

Prevention Methods

Abstract Background: The novel corona virus disease outbreak which was first detected in China is caused by sever acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2. In Ethiopia, poor perception about COVID-19 prevention methods might be one of determinant factor to the low utilization of adopted prevention measures and increasing of cases. However, it was unknown to what extent individuals were perceived the efficacy of those measures. Hence, this study was aimed to assess perceived efficacy of COVID-19 preventive measures and intention to carry out those methods among chronic disease patients. Methods: Institutional based cross sectional study was conducted among 413 chronic disease patients from 21 July - 5 August, 2020. A pre-tested interviewer administered structured questionnaire was used for data collection. Both binary and multivariable logistic regression analyses were used and in multivariable analysis, variables were declared statistically significant at p-value of < 0.05. Results: In overall, 42.1% of participants had low perception to the efficacy of COVID-19 prevention measures and 28.3% had low intention to carry out those prevention measures. In this study, young adults (AOR=2.48; 95% CI: 1.42-4.31), male gender (AOR=2.75; 95% CI: 1.73-4.37), uneducated (AOR=3.42; 95% CI: 1.47-7.94) and face mask non-users (AOR=1.64; 95% CI: 1.03-2.61) were significantly associated with low perceived efficacy of COVID-19 prevention methods. However, male gender (AOR=2.06; 95% CI: 1.28-3.31), rural residents (AOR=1.89; 95% CI: 1.16-3.07) and patients with longer duration of chronic disease (AOR= 2.19; 95% CI: 1.19-4.01) were significantly associated with low intention to carry out COVID-19 prevention methods.Conclusion: In this study, significant proportion of patients (42%) had low perception about the efficacy of COVID-19 prevention measures and nearly one-third of participants (28.3%) had low intention to carry out those measures. Thus, interventions aimed to enhance patients’ attitude and behavioral changes on COVID-19 prevention measures have to be provided.

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Knowledge of Basic Life Support among Dental Surgeons: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics ◽

10.22270/jddt.v10i6.4517 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (6) ◽

pp. 62-66

Author(s):

Shashi Keshwar ◽

Daya Shankar ◽

Deependra Prasad Sarraf ◽

Sonal Grover ◽

Pramendra Prasad Gupta

Keyword(s):

Basic Life Support ◽

Life Support ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

P Value ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Web Based ◽

Dental Surgery ◽

Dental Practitioners

Introduction: Basic life support (BLS) refers to preserving an airway and promoting breathing and circulation without the use of any tools. It saves lives if given timely. The lack of training and knowledge of BLS might lead to tragic consequences. Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding BLS among dental surgeons. Methods: A web-based cross-sectional study was conducted among dentists in Haryana, during April-May 2020 using a semi-structured proforma. It consisted of sociodemographic data and 11 close-ended items on BLS. Score 1 was given for each correct answer. A google form was prepared via docs.google.com/forms and the link was sent to the participants via social media platforms like WhatsApp and Viber. The filled questionnaires were extracted from the Google Forms and exported to Microsoft Excel 2016. Descriptive statistics like mean, frequency and percentage were calculated to present the study findings using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software (version 21). Results: Out of 73 participants, 59 (80.8%) were male and 60 (82.2%) belonged to age group of 31-45 years. Forty one (56.2%) participants had completed a bachelor of dental surgery. Mean (±SD) knowledge score was 8.75±2.46. Thirty eight (52.1%) participants scored less than 50% of the maximum score. The knowledge score was high in male and aged 31-45 years and it was statistically significant (P-value<0.05). Conclusion: The study shows sub-optimal knowledge among dental practitioners regarding BLS and showed the urgent need for continuous refreshing courses for this critical topic. Keywords: Basic life support; Dentist; Knowledge.

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