Oral cancer screening knowledge and practices among dental professionals at the University of Toronto.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Opportunistic oral cancer screening during visits to the dentist is a non-invasive and accessible option for detection of pre-malignant lesions and early-stage malignancies. The objective of this study was to investigate the knowledge, practices, and attitudes towards oral cancer screening among dentists.

Methods

A 42-item survey was sent to 650 dental professionals affiliated with the University of Toronto. Data regarding training/practice characteristics, knowledge of oral cavity cancer, current screening practices, attitudes towards screening, and remuneration were collected.

Results

Ninety-one dentists responded. Most obtained their dental degree from Canada (71.4%) and were practicing in large urban centers (87.9%). Most dentists correctly identified

SUBMITTER: Mavedatnia D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10230684 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature