Knowledge, Education And Attitude Regarding Silver Diamine Fluoride Of General Practitioners And Dental Specialist In And Around India

Abstract

Objectives: To assess the Knowledge, education and attitude regarding Silver Diamine Fluoride of general practitioners and dental specialist in and around India

Methodology: A questionnaire based cross-sectional study was carried out on the sample size of 226 dental surgeons. All dentists from India were invited to participate in the survey. An online multiple-choice and fill-in response questionnaire was created in Google Forms. The data obtained were compiled systematically and then statistically analyzed. Both descriptive and analytical statistical measurements were done.

Results: A lack of self-reported knowledge was most frequently reported concerning whether a restoration must be placed after SDF treatment even if SDF is being reapplied twice per year, whether SDF can be used on root caries lesions, and under which codes SDF treatment can be billed.

Conclusion: Education and understanding of SDF through expert development activities might  bring about greater usage of this innovative method of managing cavitated caries lesions, especially in children.