A cross-sectional survey of patient's perception and knowledge of dental implants in Japan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aimed to collect data regarding patient perception and knowledge of dental implants. It was conducted with the hope that the data would provide dental professionals and policymakers with a better understanding of ways to promote implant therapy.

Methods

An anonymous online survey with 10 questions was distributed through 12 dental offices in Tokyo and provincial cities in Japan to assess patient perception and knowledge of dental implants. Harvard Medical School's IRB approved this study.

Results

We collected data from 1172 patients (59% female, 41% male). The most common perceptions of implant therapy were that it was "expensive," "advanced," and "scary". Patients' implant knowledge came primarily from magazines or books, while professional dent

SUBMITTER: Ho K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8977257 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature