Parental perceptions of ultrasonography in pediatric dental diagnostics: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The use of ultrasonography in pediatric dentistry has gained attention due to its safety, diagnostic versatility, and ability to minimize radiation exposure in children. This study aimed to evaluate parents' knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions regarding the use of ultrasonographic imaging in pediatric dentistry.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included the parents of 347 children aged 1 to 13 years who attended the pediatric dentistry clinic of a public dental school in Van, eastern Turkey. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews using a 27-item questionnaire covering parents' demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and concerns about ultrasonography. Chi-square and correlation analyses were used to evaluate the relationships between va

SUBMITTER: Avci B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12273393 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature