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Comparison of Knowledge of General Dentists in Babol about Odontogenic Cysts and Tumors
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M Barzegar    , S Seyedmajidi , F Bijani * |
| 3.Oral Health Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, I.R.Iran. , fatimahb56@gmail.com |
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Abstract: (573 Views) |
Background and Objective: Odontogenic cysts and tumors constitute an important part of pathological lesions of the mouth, jaw, and face. These lesions have diverse frequencies, clinical behaviors, and radiographic characteristics, which can be useful in correct diagnosis of these lesions and treating them appropriately. The aim of the present study was to investigate the knowledge of general dentists in Babol about odontogenic cysts and tumors.
Methods: In this descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study which was conducted in 2023, the level of knowledge of general dentists working in offices and clinics in Babol about cysts and odontogenic tumors was assessed using a questionnaire. The questionnaire included 11 questions related to cysts and 9 questions related to odontogenic tumors, with one point awarded for each correct answer.
Findings: In this study, the knowledge of 117 dentists was assessed, of which 19 (16.2%) had good knowledge, 76 (65%) had average knowledge, and 22 (18.8%) had poor knowledge. The knowledge of tumors was lower than that of cysts (p<0.001). There was no statistically significant difference in the knowledge based on gender, age, and work experience.
Conclusion: The results of this study show that the knowledge of dentists in Babol about cysts is at an average level and about odontogenic tumors is at a poor level. |
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| Keywords: Dentists, Knowledge, Odontogenic Cysts, Odontogenic Tumors. |
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Type of Study: Research |
Subject:
Dentistry (Pathology)
Received: 2024/01/20 | Accepted: 2024/04/3 | Published: 2025/05/13
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