Deciphering pediatric root canal practices in Turkey: A comparative study bridging the gap between practice and literature

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2023

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International Scientific Information, Inc.

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info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess

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Background: Pediatric endodontics is a critical area of dental practice, involving the treatment of root canals in primary teeth. Treatment approaches can significantly vary due to a range of factors, potentially impacting the success of the procedure and patient comfort. This variability, often influenced by regional practices, individual dentist preferences, and the pace of dental technology advancements, warrants detailed examination to improve standardization and care outcomes. Accordingly, our study aims to scrutinize the endodontic practices of pedodontists in Turkey and compare them with contemporary literature. Material/Methods: We conducted an online survey with 15 questions that 217 Turkish pedodontists answered. The questionnaire sought information about their preferences in canal length measurement, canal sealer, irrigation solution, and other procedural decisions. Chi-square test was used to analyze the responses, with a significance level of p[removed]

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Pediatric Dentistry, Root Canal Therapy, Surveys and Questionnaires, Tooth, Deciduous

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29

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Şahin, T.N, Çakır A.(2023). Deciphering pediatric root canal practices in Turkey: A comparative study bridging the gap between practice and literature. Medical Science Monitor. 29. doi: 10.12659/MSM.940296. PMID: 37438946;