Knowledge of molar incisor hypomineralization among physicians and dentists

Background: Molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is a global dental condition. Early intake of antibiotics can increase the risk MIH. Purpose: To assess knowledge physicians and dentists on MIH its associations with exposure during early childhood. Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed above health professionals utilizing an electronically distributed questionnaire. The chi-square test was used to compare differences in levels between groups. Results: There were 335 participants study; general (n=79), pediatricians (n=98) (n=158). A significantly lower proportion had compared (19% 18% vs. 82%, respectively, P<0.001). no statistically significant difference all groups regarding their about association prescribed first four years life development (P=0.07). Conclusions: Physicians lacked condition Most respondents did not know frequent antibiotic childhood Since medical practitioners are more likely prescribe have greater impact health, raising awareness relationship among essential.