Endodontic knowledge, attitudes and referral patterns in Australian general dentists.

ABSTRACT:

Background

General dental practitioners often perceive root canal treatments as complex, and specialist referrals are commonplace in general dental practice. Therefore, the aim of this study was to better understand the knowledge of Australian general dentists and their attitudes regarding endodontics in general, and specifically (RCT), to highlight barriers and facilitating factors in the provision of endodontic care.

Methods

A combined paper-based and online survey was sent to general dental practitioners. The questionnaire consisted of 27 items, presented as checkboxes and in Likert scale format. Responses were tabled and statistically contrasted using Chi-square tests and linear regression analysis.

Results

A significant proportion of surveyed dentists were not co

SUBMITTER: Bulmer JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9795975 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature