Dentists’ Knowledge and Management Strategies Towards Molar- Incisor-Hypomineralization in Tripoli
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: To assess the knowledge and clinical experience of dentists in Tripoli concerning MIH. Responses were gathered from Libyan dentists in Tripoli using both online and paper-based surveys. The survey tool collected information on participants’ sociodemographic details, clinical experience, perceptions, clinical management, and preferences for further training regarding MIH. The data was collected and analyzed using SPSS version 27. A total of 302 dentists had responded to the questionnaire, (62.6%) reported that they have come across MIH cases during their practice. Yellow/brown demarcations were reported as the most common presentation of MIH (49.7%). Most respondents reported that the best treatment options for treating MIH affected molars with post eruptive breakdown are pre-formed metal crowns (30.9%), followed by composite restorations (23.9%). The main barriers for treatment that were reported included child behavior (56.6%), and insufficient training to treat children with MIH (23.2%). This study showed awareness of the majority of participants of the existence of MIH condition. Nevertheless, variations in estimating MIH prevalence and its proper treatment, as well as factors influencing its treatment and diagnosis, were recorded.
Author: Najat Abushoufa
Institution: University of Tripoli
Language: English
Subfield: Molecular Biology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405151442