Amalgam Restorations Teaching in Pediatric Dentistry in Egyptian Universities: A Cross-sectional Study
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Enrolling By Invitation
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
- Enrollment
- 200
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Pediatric dentistry educator's perception about teaching amalgam restorations
Study Overview
Brief Summary
To assess the pediatric dentistry educator's perception about teaching and using dental amalgam as restoration for primary teeth.
Detailed Description
Dental education has long emphasized the development of clinical skills necessary for restorative procedures. Among these, amalgam restorations have been a foundational component of dental curricula for decades due to their durability, cost-effectiveness, and historical prominence in restorative dentistry. However, in recent years, the use of amalgam has become a subject of debate due to environmental concerns related to mercury content, alongside the increasing popularity of composite materials.
To our knowledge no current data is available regarding teaching amalgam in pediatric dentistry in Egyptian dental universities. So, the aim of this study is to assess the pediatric dentistry educator's perception about teaching and using dental amalgam as restoration for primary teeth. This could help in making improvements to the dental education system ensuring that future dentists are equipped to offer patients the best treatment options based on individual needs, improving overall oral health outcomes.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Other
- Time Perspective
- Cross Sectional
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 20 Years to — (Adult, Older Adult)
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria
- •Participants included will be Pediatric dentistry educators in Egyptian universities with at least one year experience.
Exclusion Criteria
- •Pediatric dentistry educators who are not willing to participate or to complete the questionnaire will be excluded also administrative and non-teaching staff
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Pediatric dentistry educator's perception about teaching amalgam restorations
Time Frame: 1 month
The proportion of pediatric dentistry educator's who agree or disagree that amalgam restorations should remain part of clinical teaching for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in dental universities the outcome will be measured by questionnaire
Secondary Outcomes
- Pediatric dentistry educator's experience and confidence about using dental amalgam as restoration for primary teeth(1 month)
Investigators
Yasmin Mohamed Yousry
associate professor of pediatric dentistry
Cairo University