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Administration of Antibiotics for Root Canal Treatment – A Questionnaire Based Survey Amongst Dentists

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Aim: This study aims to assess the use of antibiotics among dentists in performing endodontic procedures. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a pretested, structured, and validated questionnaire approved by the institutional ethics committee. It included questions on demographics, choice, frequency, and duration of antibiotics use in endodontic practice. The survey link was distributed electronically. Results were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: Only 6.5% of them reported that root canal treatment does not require an antibiotic regime. Clinical years of experience do not have any significant impact on antibiotic prescribing practices among dentists. Conclusion: The survey reveals issues with the inadvertent use of antibiotics, including their types and frequency, and highlights gaps in theoretical knowledge and antibiotic-prescribing practices among general dentists.

Source: Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences

DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1094_24

Authors: Nagarajan Geethapriya, Alagarsamy Venkatesh, Shekar Shobana, Gold Pearlin Mary, S Sarath Sarathy, Ramu Shobhana

Institutions: Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath University, Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Antibiotic Use and Resistance

Subfield: Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $250