التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Knowledge and practice of dentists in processing polishing points: A cross‐sectional study. |
| المؤلفون: |
de Paula Vargas, Renata1, Naves, Karinne Spirandelli Carvalho2, Paranhos, Luiz Renato3 paranhos.lrp@gmail.com, Vidigal, Maria Tereza Campos1, dos Reis, Giselle Rodrigues4, de Sousa Menezes, Murilo5 |
| المصدر: |
Journal of Esthetic & Restorative Dentistry. Dec2022, Vol. 34 Issue 8, p1230-1237. 8p. 4 Charts, 2 Graphs. |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
*DENTAL resins, *PROFESSIONS, *SCIENTIFIC observation, *CROSS-sectional method, *DENTISTS, *TEETH polishing, *STERILIZATION (Disinfection), *LOGISTIC regression analysis, *POISSON distribution |
| مستخلص: |
Background: Adequately processing polishing points used to polish composite resin restorations is necessary for microbiological control in dentistry, but there is no specific protocol to guide professionals. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the knowledge and practice of dentists in processing these instruments. Methods: This cross‐sectional observational study included the application of an online questionnaire via Google Forms and social media promotion. The study evaluated the association of field of activity, time since graduation, age, and sex of professionals with processing practice. The statistical analysis was performed with absolute and relative frequencies and logistic and Poisson regressions at a 5% significance level. Results: Overall, 473 questionnaires were analyzed. A rate of 51% of professionals reported using inadequate processing methods, and almost 68% claimed to have good knowledge of the topic. Both regression analyses were significantly associated, showing a direct effect of age and time since graduation on adequate processing practices. Conclusions: Although most professionals reported understanding the processing of polishing points, they do not perform it most adequately. Clinical Significance: An expressive number of dentists process polishing points improperly. The topic is significant for representing a semi‐critical instrument extensively used in esthetic restorations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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