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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Tabriz GDPs about Root Canal Irrigants

Objectives: Root canal irrigants would improve the mechanical debridement action by pushing out debris, solving tissues, and canal disinfection. The chemical debridement is necessary especially in canals with complicated internal anatomy. In this study, we aimed to evaluate Tabriz general dental practitioner's knowledge, attitude, and practice in regard to utilizing various root canal irrigants in 2010.

Methods: For this descriptive- analytical study, 170 dentists were selected randomly from different districts of the city. After validity determination of questions, questionnaire was arranged and handed in directly to the dentists. The collected data was analyzed by statistical software.

Results: Generally, the knowledge, attitude, and practice of the participated dentists were determined in a low level. Moreover, there was not any significant co-relationship between the age of participants and their knowledge (p>0.05). The higher knowledge level was shown among the dentists who have higher practical experience (P<0.05). The difference between males and females knowledge levels was not statistically significant (P>0.05).

Conclusions: According to the findings of this study, Tabriz general dental practitioners have inadequate knowledge, attitude, and practice about utilizing various root canal irrigants in root canal therapy.

Division: Iranian Division Meeting
Meeting: 2011 Iranian Division Meeting (Tehran, Iran)
Location: Tehran, Iran
Year: 2011
Final Presentation ID: 56
Abstract Category|Abstract Category(s): Scientific Groups
Authors
  • Aghazadeh, Zahra  ( School of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, N/A, Iran )
  • Samiei, Mohammad  ( School of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, N/A, Iran )
  • Janani, Maryam  ( School of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, N/A, Iran )
  • Vahid Pakdel, Seyyed Mahdi  ( School of Dentistry, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, N/A, Iran )
  • SESSION INFORMATION
    Poster Discussion Session
    POSTER DAY 1- 2
    12/29/2011