Awareness of Biological Hazards and Radiation Protection Techniques of Dental Imaging- A Questionnaire Based Cross-Sectional Study among Saudi Dental Students

Arnout, Eman

doi:10.15406/jdhodt.2014.01.00008

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“…[7,[12][13][14][15][16] Regarding pregnant women, a pleasing result was revealed, as most of the involved dentists recognized that dental radiography is not absolutely contraindicated in pregnant women. This result was better than those obtained by Saudi study [6] and Tabriz [17] which indicated insufficient knowledge. Despite that, dental radiographs should not be prescribed to pregnant women unless necessary.…”

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confidence: 87%

“…However, this result was similar to the results obtained by Eman &Arnout 2014. [6] The results also showed that less than 50% of the respondents knew that x-ray beams do reflect from room walls. This result indicates that there is a certain lack of basic x-ray knowledge similar to others.…”

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confidence: 96%

“…Previous studies have shown increased occurrence of thyroid cancer, salivary gland tumors and intracranial meningioma, [11] but this is not yet confirmed and not applied to the dental radiation. The risk of causing stochastic effects which can occur with minimal doses [6] should not be overlooked. Thereby; In order to prevent such effects a thorough knowledge about x-ray exposure and protective measures is mandatory.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Questionnaire was designed according to Prabhat et al, [6] with some modifications to suit Sudan context. The questionnaire was sectioned into three parts:…”

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“…Stochastic effect meaning that the amount of exposure doesn"t reach the determined dose so there would be no damaging insults. [6] These biological changes can lead to: skin injuries, changes in the blood forming organs and nature of the circulating blood cells, cancers, genetic effects and cataract formation. [3] Even though dental radiation exposure is considered as minimal, the dentist should evaluate the patient"s need and insure that the patient will have the maximum diagnostic benefit and strictly follow the ALARA "as low as reasonably achievable" principle as recommended by The International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP).…”

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confidence: 99%

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Knowledge, Awareness And Practice of Sudanese Dentists Towards Oral Radiology And Protective Guidelines

Hussein¹,

Awooda²

2016

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confidence: 96%

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confidence: 99%

“…Questionnaire was designed according to Prabhat et al, [6] with some modifications to suit Sudan context. The questionnaire was sectioned into three parts:…”

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2016

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) of Radiographic Protection by Dental Undergraduate and Endodontic Postgraduate Students, General Practitioners, and Endodontists

Almohaimede

Bendahmash

Dhafr

et al. 2020

International Journal of Dentistry

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The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and perception of radiation hazard and preventive measures among dental undergraduate students, general practitioners, endodontic postgraduate students, and endodontists in Saudi Arabia. Multiple choice questions questionnaires were distributed among undergraduate and endodontic postgraduate dental students, general practitioners, and endodontists in the colleges of dentistry in Saudi Arabia, government hospitals, and private clinics. The questionnaire included sociodemographic data, assessment of the knowledge of radiation physics and biology, assessment of the practice of dental radiography, and assessment of knowledge of radiation protection. Chi-square test was used for individual and multiresponse analysis. Level of statistical significance was set at P≤0.05. Three hundred and twenty-nine responded to the questionnaire. More than half of the respondents agreed that dental X-ray is hazardous to health (60.79%), and 68.1% were familiar with ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle. However, only 34% are familiar with the recommendations of the National Council on Radiation Protection (NCRP) and International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP). The use of lead apron and thyroid collar for patients’ protection from X-ray radiation was practiced among endodontic postgraduate students more frequently as well as those who are proactive in the academic field. Undergraduate students, endodontic postgraduate students, and endodontists in the academic field were the most aware towards radiation reduction measures. The use of the preventive measures needs to be emphasized more among general practitioners, endodontic postgraduate students, and endodontists especially in governmental hospitals and private sectors.

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Dental Undergraduates and Interns’ Awareness, Attitudes, and Perception of Radiological Protection

Abuelhia

Alghamdi

Tajaldeen

et al. 2022

International Journal of Dentistry

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Medical ionizing radiation is widely used in hospitals, in particular dental clinics, and in medical research to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The awareness, attitude, and perception of ionizing radiation exposure among dental undergraduate students and interns in radiological investigations and dental care clinics were investigated. A cross-sectional study was conducted; 17 questions were designed online using the software “QuestionPro,” which was licensed to the University of Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal. Participants included senior medical dental students from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in their third to fifth years, as well as interns from King Fahad University Hospital and private dental care clinics. A total of 855 participants viewed, 360 started the questionnaire, and 258 (72%) completed it online. Overall, knowledge was lacking; 32% of respondents incorrectly believed that magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound used ionizing radiation, while 38% were unsure. Dental X-rays were deemed harmful by 40% (n = 104) of respondents. According to 33% (n = 85) of participants, there is no radiation scatter during an X-ray or CT scan, while 30% (n = 76) are unsure. Respondents (44%; n = 104) were unaware of the radiation dose from a chest radiograph and (45%; n = 116) overestimated the radiation dose. The effects of ionizing radiation on healthy tissue are known to more than half of the participants (54%). According to 39% of respondents, digital radiography exposes them to less radiation than traditional radiography. In terms of radiation protection and hazard, 46% said personal monitoring badges should be always worn and 58% (n = 150) said lead aprons should be used on a regular basis. 63% of the subjects had received radiation protection education, such as formal lectures, tutorials, or workshops, while 37% (n = 95) had not. 53% of the respondents were not aware of the international recommendations from the International Commission on Radiological Protection. When asked if they would follow radiation protection protocols if they opened a private dental clinical practice in the future, 50% (n = 129) said they would.

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Awareness of Biological Hazards and Radiation Protection Techniques of Dental Imaging- A Questionnaire Based Cross-Sectional Study among Saudi Dental Students

Cited by 24 publications

References 7 publications

Knowledge, Awareness And Practice of Sudanese Dentists Towards Oral Radiology And Protective Guidelines

Knowledge, Awareness And Practice of Sudanese Dentists Towards Oral Radiology And Protective Guidelines

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) of Radiographic Protection by Dental Undergraduate and Endodontic Postgraduate Students, General Practitioners, and Endodontists

Dental Undergraduates and Interns’ Awareness, Attitudes, and Perception of Radiological Protection

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