A Survey on the Use of Retraction Devices and Techniques among Dental Practitioners in Bulgaria
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study aimed to analyze dentists' preferences regarding the use of retraction cords and their placement techniques in clinical practice when fabricating fixed restorations. A survey comprising 2 demographics, and 8 targeted questions focused on the retraction methods and devices used, with data analyzed using SPSS (version 23) through descriptive and non-parametric analysis.Statistical significance was determined using χ² (chi-square) and Mann-Whitney U tests with a significance level of 0.05.The results showed that 57.1% of participants preferred aluminum chloride (Al₂Cl₃)-impregnated retraction cords, with a statistically significant difference (P<0.001,U=5.673).Additionally, 71.7% favored the single cord technique (P<0.001,U=6.788), primarily for its ease of use.The findings highlight a preference for Al₂Cl₃ -impregnated cords due to their hemostatic efficiency, with the single cord technique preferred for its simplicity and less invasive nature.In contrast, the double cord technique is used in more complex cases.
Author: Desislava Makakova
Institution: Medical University Plovdiv
Language: English
Subfield: Orthodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402645351