Knowledge and attitudes of dentists regarding traumatic dental injuries

Abstract

AIM: The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge levels of dentists regarding the treatment of several dental injuries. METHODS: Study design: Cross-sectional study. A structured questionnaire was validated and sent electronically to the Professional Dental Schools of each Spanish region and subsequently to the affiliated dentists. The survey collected the dentists' demographic data and asked 11 questions regarding traumatic dental injuries and their potential complications and treatments. The relationships between the demographic data and the correct/incorrect answers regarding dental injuries were estimated by means of Pearson's chi-squared test and post hoc testing. CONCLUSION: Dentists need to improve their knowledge regarding the treatment of tooth intrusion, lateral luxation and avulsion of mature teeth as well as the use of splinting.