THE DENTISTS' ATTITUDES AND KNOWLEDGE LEVEL ABOUT TEETHING GELS

OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to evaluate a group Turkish dentists' attitudes and level knowledge about teething gels. MATERIAL AND METHODS: For this cross-sectional study, questionnaire consisting three parts twenty questions sent dentists (n=1829) whose contact information could be reached. Separate categories were created for ingredients, dosage, side effects each prescribed gel. percentages calculated considering all RESULTS: A total 484 included in study. Approximately half (51.2%) participating reported that they at least one gel per month. most commonly gels lidocaine-based (70.9%), followed by hyaluronic acid-based (61.4%) herbal-based (36%). medians active 50%, 25%, 20%, respectively. Dentists with more years profession have ingredient than those who are newer (p<0.05). aged between 20-30 had dosage It found pediatric oral surgeons higher other branches. non-specialist significantly lower specialists CONCLUSIONS: In conclusion, it insufficient need education prevent misuse uncontrolled use these