Management of molar-incisor hypomineralisation by general dental practitioners - part two: treatment

Humphreys, Judith; Jarad, Fadi; Albadri, Sondos

doi:10.1038/s41415-021-2842-1

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“…Surveys of specialists in PD and GDPs across Europe, the Middle East, South America, Oceania and Asia have mainly focussed on ascertaining their perceived confidence in the diagnosis and management of MIH. 6,[10][11][12][13][14][15][16] Most studies found that only around half of GDPs felt confident in diagnosing MIH. It is paramount, therefore, to appraise what dental undergraduates are currently being taught about MIH.…”

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Molar incisor hypomineralisation: Teaching and assessment across the undergraduate dental curricula in the UK

Humphreys,

Graham,

Rodd

et al. 2024

Int J Paed Dentistry

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BackgroundNo consensus exists on how molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) should be covered by the undergraduate dental curricula.AimTo assess the current teaching and assessment of MIH in the UK.DesignA piloted questionnaire regarding the teaching and assessment of MIH was disseminated to paediatric, restorative and orthodontic teaching leads in each UK dental school (n = 16). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, chi‐squared and Kruskal–Wallis tests.ResultsResponse rates from paediatric, restorative and orthodontic teams were 75% (n = 12), 44% (n = 7) and 54% (n = 8), respectively. Prevention of caries, preformed metal crowns, anterior resin composites and vital bleaching were taught significantly more by paediatric teams (p = .006). Quality of life and resin infiltration were absent from restorative teaching. Orthodontic teaching focussed on the timing of first permanent molar extractions.Paediatric teams were mainly responsible for assessment. Risk factors, differential diagnoses for MIH and defining clinical features were more likely to be assessed by paediatric teams than by others (p = .006). All specialities reported that students were prepared to manage MIH.ConclusionMolar incisor hypomineralisation is primarily taught and assessed by paediatric teams. No evidence of multidisciplinary or transitional teaching/assessment existed between specialities. Developing robust guidance regarding MIH learning in the UK undergraduate curricula may help improve consistency.

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