The perceived impact of Covid-19 on periodontal practice in the United Kingdom: A questionnaire study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

COVID-19 has impacted dentistry in unprecedented ways.

Objective

The following research aimed to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on periodontal practice in the United Kingdom using the COM-B (Capability Opportunity Motivation-Behaviour) model as the basis for a questionnaire.

Basic research design

An online survey link was sent to all members of the British Society of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. A total of 358 responses were received and analysed.

Results

The great majority of participants thought that the pandemic had an impact on their profession, while only 4.7 % had no concerns. The main worries related to financial concerns and ability to provide appropriate levels of care. More than 80 % of respondents agreed that th

SUBMITTER: Nibali L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7510560 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature