Year : 2022

Volume : Volume 13

Issue : Issue 3

Address for correspondence :
Charu Agarwal
charu2301@rediffmail.com

Abstract

Aim: A greater proportion of general dentists is unaware of the basic periodontal diagnosis and their treatment protocols which need as evidenced by the documented rise in advanced periodontal diseases. Other than that, there were limited data which exist regarding the demographic predictors of referral for the specialty of periodontics in detail. Hence, the aim of the survey was to explore and evaluate the knowledge of diagnosis, treatment strategies, and opinions of general dentists on periodontal treatment procedures. Materials and Methods: One thousand medical professionals were interviewed through a questionnaire. Those interviewed included an equal number of medical interns, postgraduates, and consultants. Results and Discussion: A positive attitude toward dental and periodontal check and the treatment needs was observed among those questioned. The difference was statistically significant among the groups. However, inputs from this survey can be used to organize periodontal health programs and for planning of joint ventures. Conclusion: These surveys conclude that current knowledge on diagnosis and treatment planning among dentists’ is still reduced. Poor choice and patterns of referral lead to inadequate planning and execution of treatment. Hence, the overall perception of the general dentists toward periodontal treatment in Gujarat needs to be gauged so that the general dentists can call for introspection and betterment of their services.

Keywords: Dentists, Gujarat, Knowledge about periodontal diseases, Surveys, Questionnaires.