Knowledge, Attitude and Practice for Management of Dentine Hypersensitivity Among Egyptian and Nigerian Dentists: A Cross-Sectional Comparative Study
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Enrolling By Invitation
- Sponsor
- Enrollment
- 500
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Knowledge
Study Overview
Brief Summary
The study aims to assess and compare the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Egyptian and Nigerian dentists on etiology, diagnosis, and management of DH. Also to identify if level of education, culture and environment have influence in the diagnosis and management of DH.
Detailed Description
Diagnosis of dentin hypersensitivity is a challenge faced by dentists with different educational levels and the condition might be overlooked and not properly managed leading to persistent pain and poor quality of life for patients. Till the now, literature lacks rigorous guidelines for systematic diagnosis, prevention, categorization of severity and management of dentin hypersensitivity.
This study intends to spot the light on the current approaches adopted by dentists in Egypt and Nigeria towards diagnosis and management of Dentine Hypersensitivity. It also intends to compare the findings and identify the influence of geographic location, different educational levels, and degree of dental education in the management of Dentine Hypersensitivity
Study Design
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Ecologic Or Community
- Time Perspective
- Cross Sectional
Eligibility Criteria
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- •Must be a Dentist
- •Must be in clinical practice
- •Must be practicing in Egypt or Nigeria
- •Willingly CHOOSE to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria
- •Dentists that choose NOT to participate in the study
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Knowledge
Time Frame: 6 months
% of Dentists with adequate knowledge of appropriate etiology diagnosis and management of DH among practicing dentists in Egypt and Nigeria using a validated questionnaire with options of various etiologies, diagnosis and management options. the subject chooses yes, no or i don't know.
Secondary Outcomes
- Comparison(6 months)