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BACKGROUND: Molar-incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) is the most common developmental abnormality observed in teeth. Being a relatively new condition, its treatment can present a challenge for the dentist. There is currently no study available that has evaluated the knowledge of Mexican dental personnel. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, experience, and perceptions of dental surgeons regarding the detection, assessment, and treatment of MIH in the metropolitan area of Mexico City. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was designed. Dentists from Mexico City and its metropolitan area were invited through social networks to answer a questionnaire of 30 questions related to MIH. Participants were classified into general practice dentists, paediatric dentists, and other speciality dentists. Pearson's chi-square test was used for data analysis. RESULTS: The questionnaire was answered by 391 dentists. A total of 86% (338 out of 391) of them identified MIH lesions, while 84% of them reported having observed MIH lesions in their practice. The most frequently observed lesions were yellow-brown opacities which accounted for 47% of the lesions, 46% were white opacities, while only 7% were observed as post-eruptive fractures in the enamel as part of the manifestations of MIH. The most frequently reported problem in the management of teeth with MIH was insufficient training for treating children with MIH. A total of 84% of dentists stated that they would like more information on the treatment of MIH lesions. CONCLUSIONS: Most of the surveyed dentists recognised MIH and reported having observed MIH lesions in their practice. Most of the dentists indicated that the main problem for the management of the MIH is the lack of training.
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Hipoplasia do Esmalte Dentário , Hipomineralização Molar , Criança , Humanos , Estudos Transversais , Hipoplasia do Esmalte Dentário/terapia , Hipoplasia do Esmalte Dentário/diagnóstico , México , Dente Molar/patologia , Odontólogos , Percepção , PrevalênciaRESUMO
Objectives: To evaluate the type of "periodontal treatment" performed by general dental practitioners and the referral patterns of periodontists in Iraq. Material and methods: A total of 201 general dentists were asked to complete a self-administered questionnaire consisting of nine questions regarding periodontal treatment and the referral patterns of periodontists. Results: The study showed that 91.1% of general dental practitioners (GDPs) performed "phase-I therapy", and most of them done "scaling". Regarding surgical periodontal therapy, only 12.9% of them performed surgical periodontal therapy, half of the GDPs did gingivectomy, and less than 30% performed crown lengthening. When evaluating maintenance therapy after periodontal treatment, it was found that 77.9% of the GDPs scheduled appointments for patients in the maintenance phase, 49.4% of them after one month, 24.7% after three months, and 15.6% after six months. Using TRUF analysis, most general dentists believed that the patient and periodontal factors were responsible for the recurrence of periodontal disease. Conclusions: There is still a lack of awareness of periodontal surgical procedures among the "general dental practitioners". Thus, it is essential to increase the comprehension of periodontal treatment among general dentists. (AU)
Objetivo: Avaliar o tipo de "tratamento periodontal" realizado por dentistas generalistas e os padrões de encaminhamento aos periodontistas, no Iraque. Material e métodos: Um total de 201 dentistas generalistas preencheram um questionário autoaplicável que consistiu em nove perguntas sobre o tratamento periodontal e os padrões de encaminhamento para periodontistas. Resultados: O estudo mostrou que 91,1% dos dentistas gerais (DG) realizavam "terapia fase I" e a maioria realizava "raspagem". Em relação à terapia periodontal cirúrgica, apenas 12,9% deles realizavam, sendo que metade dos DG realizavam gengivectomia e menos de 30% realizavam aumento de coroa clínica. Ao avaliar a terapia de manutenção após o tratamento periodontal, constatou-se que 77,9% dos DGs agendaram consultas para pacientes em fase de manutenção, sendo 49,4% após um mês, 24,7% após três meses e 15,6% após seis meses. Usando a análise TRUF, a maioria dos dentistas gerais acredita que o paciente e os fatores periodontais são responsáveis pela recorrência da doença periodontal. Conclusões: Ainda existe um desconhecimento dos procedimentos cirúrgicos periodontais entre os "dentistas generalistas". Assim, é essencial aumentar a compreensão do tratamento periodontal entre os cirurgiões-dentistas gerais (AU)
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Humanos , Periodontia , Raspagem Dentária , Odontólogos , GengivectomiaRESUMO
Aim: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted to obtain information on the use of rotary nickel titanium endodontic instruments was conducted among General Dental Practioner A two sectioned questionnaire was mailed to 200 randomly general practioners to obtain information on usage of Nickel Titanium endodontic instrument and data was collected. Results: Forty-six percent of the general practioners had used rotary NiTi instruments. 76% dentists use NiTi files for five or more times a week. Most of the dentist used NiTi file coronally &apically. General dentists experienced more file fracture at size 20 and 25 with 0.02 and 0.04 taper. Conclusions: Dentists are familiar with limitations of NiTi instruments and techniques. Current study showed the awareness of dentists about benefits of NiTi rotary instruments application comparing to traditional techniques and also the high percent usage of these instruments among general dentists.