Knowledge Attitude and Perceptions Regarding Shade Selection of Anterior Teeth among the Dental Professionals of Ghaziabad: A Kap Study

Assessing Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices on Shade Selection of Anterior Teeth among Dental Professionals in Ghaziabad

Abstract

Background Aim – Aesthetics has become a major concern in the current era in treatment planning. Reproducing the color of a natural tooth with artificial replacement still possesses a great challenge in modern dentistry.The present cross- sectional study was done to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practices regarding shade selection of anterior teeth amongst the dental practitioners, post graduates interns of Ghaziabad.Methodology – A cross sectional study was conducted amongst a randomly selected sample of 390 dentists of Ghaziabad city. A validated, structured, self-administered questionnaire comprising of 20 closed ended questions was distributed to assess KAP regarding shade selection. Descriptive analysis Pearson’s Chi square test was applied keeping level of significance p<0.05.Results – The study showed high significance to the highest qualification. There was no association with gender.Conclusion – In the era of growing interest in cosmetic dentistry, there is a need for adequate training and communication for better and more satisfactory results of shade matching.