Survey of dental radiographical practice in States of Punjab and Haryana in India

Sheikh, Soheyl; Pallagatti, Shambulingappa; Singla, Isha; Gupta, Rajesh Kumar; Aggarwal, Amit; Singh, Ravinder; Gupta, Deepak

doi:10.1111/jicd.12016

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“…The majority of NQ dentists carried out periodic maintenance of radiograph equipment (92.1%). This is considerably better than results reported overseas; between 16% and 26% reported regular maintenance . Australia might evidently have clearer regulations regarding maintenance proven by increased compliance.…”

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Investigation of radiation‐protection knowledge, attitudes, and practices of North Queensland dentists

Ihle

Neibling

Albrecht

et al. 2018

J of Invest & Clin Dent

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Aim Queensland has current radiation‐protection guidelines; however, with the absence of data exploring compliance and implementation, the efficacy is unknown. The aim of the present study was to investigate the knowledge and attitudes on radiation protection among private North Queensland (NQ) dentists. Methods A quantitative methodology was employed in an observational and descriptive study using questionnaires for data collection. Results Of the 154 questionnaires distributed, 63 were completed and returned. The respondents’ knowledge concerning the technical details of their equipment was limited, with 31.5% and 47% not knowing the tube voltage and current utilized for their machines, respectively. In total, 23.8% of dentists had limited knowledge about the speed of the conventional film they used, 90.5% of respondents agreed that the role of imaging in dentistry is important, and 75.8% dentists reported the thyroid as the most important organ to protect during dental radiography. Their knowledge regarding position‐distance rule was reasonably adequate; 80.3% of the dental practices appeared to follow the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency guidelines, 95.2% preferred taking radiographs if it was only urgent, and 69.8% identified a need for spreading awareness regarding radiation protection. Conclusions An opportunity and need for further continuing education was identified among NQ dentists to ensure safety of patients.

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Investigation of radiation‐protection knowledge, attitudes, and practices of North Queensland dentists

Ihle

Neibling

Albrecht

et al. 2018

J of Invest & Clin Dent

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“…Shahab et al 12 noted 62% usage of E-speed films; however, 15% use long cone and 12% use film holders in their study. On the contrary, majority of present study respondents used round collimator (52.9%) and employed bisecting angle technique (49.4%), which is consistent with the findings of Shahab et al, 12 Lee and Ludlow, 14 Sheikh et al 10 and Chaudhry et al 13 Majority (60.9%) of the practitioners only sometimes or never adjusted the exposure parameters according to the location of the tooth to be radiographed, which is similar to the reports of Shahab et al 12 and Chaudhry et al 13 and…”

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“…Similarly, Shahab et al 12 and Jacobs et al 16 reported that their study subjects were making 6 to 15 and 40 to 80 radiographs per week respectively. Majority (94.3%) were either unsure or had partial knowledge about exposure parameters of their X-ray machine, which is similar to the reports of Sheikh et al 10 and Salti and Whaites. 17 Long cone, rectangular collimator, paralleling technique, high-speed films, film holding devices, and film viewing box are preferred measures to achieve accurate images with minimal exposure to the patient.…”

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Factors determining Radiation Protection Practices among Indian General Dental Practitioners: An Explorative Study

Binnal

Rajesh²,

Ahmed

et al. 2017

World Journal of Dentistry

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Introduction: Radiation exposure encountered in dentistry is minimal; however, their harmful effects cannot be ruled out. Though there are several guidelines established to minimize exposure to X-rays in dentistry, earlier studies have reported that practitioners are not entirely compliant with the same. There is, therefore, a definite need to identify factors that influence compliance with radiation protection practices among general dental practitioners (GDPs).

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“…[3] 10.8% of dentists could not even comprehend "speed" of the film. 94.1% dentists preferred technique was bisecting angle technique for periapical radiography, similar to study by Sheikh et al [4] Higher qualifications (MDS) showed a significant difference only in the type of radiographic machine (P = 0.026), number of radiographs taken (P = 0.049), and preferred periapical technique (P = 0.037). This was in contrast to the findings by other studies, [5] where MDS had a better attitude score probably due to better exposure to relevant scientific literature and continuing dental education programs.…”

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Radiation protection in dentistry - Do we practice what we learn?

Pal¹,

Bhattacharya²,

Sinha³

2015

JCRI

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Aim: Easy availability, overuse, and lack of reinforcement of the radiation hazards facts have unknowingly resulted in overlooking of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) among many dentists. The current survey was designed to assess the awareness, concern, and practice of radiation protection in general dental practice. Materials and Methods:The survey involved 156 dentists in West Bengal, India. A cross-sectional self-administered questionnaire consisting of a total of 28 items was employed. The obtained data were compiled systemically and significance of difference was calculated by Chi-squared test using Statistical Package for Social Sciences 17. Results: Bisecting angle technique and use of E-speed films with manual processing were the most common. The majority of the participants had no idea about the type of cone used (37.2%), tube current (37.8%), kVp 56.4% (88). Exposure time was equally variable with maximum variability in the case of digital radiographs. Use of lead barriers and aprons were poor. Conclusion:The knowledge and practice of radiation protection are not satisfactory. Repeated reinforcement and training and the most importantly change in attitude to follow ALARA is required.

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Survey of dental radiographical practice in States of Punjab and Haryana in India

Abstract: In the present study the results indicate that for minimizing any unnecessary radiation, attempts should be made to improve dentists' knowledge about radiation-dose-reduction techniques.

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Investigation of radiation‐protection knowledge, attitudes, and practices of North Queensland dentists

Investigation of radiation‐protection knowledge, attitudes, and practices of North Queensland dentists

Factors determining Radiation Protection Practices among Indian General Dental Practitioners: An Explorative Study

Radiation protection in dentistry - Do we practice what we learn?

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