Research Article

THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY

Volume: 3 Number: 3 September 27, 2024
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THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and awareness levels of general dentists (GDs) and specialist dentists (SDs) in Turkey regarding bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (BRONJ). Materials and Methods: A web-based survey was conducted from December 2014 to June 2015 among members of the Turkish Dental Association. The survey consisted of two sections: demographic information and questions about knowledge and awareness of BRONJ, such as awareness of its clinical importance, stages, treatment experience, and disorders where BPs can be used. Results: A total of 945 responses were received, of which 897 (94.9%) were complete and included in the study. Of the respondents, 72.2% were GDs, and 27.8% were SDs. Only 38.1% of SDs and 30% of GDs reported good knowledge of BRONJ. A significant number of SDs (74.6%) asked about BP usage during medical history taking compared to 59.8% of GDs (p<0.001). Furthermore, 86% of GDs had never diagnosed a BRONJ case themselves. Conclusion: While Turkish dentists are generally aware of BRONJ, there is a need for improved knowledge and diagnostic skills, especially among GDs. Enhanced education and training, including post-graduation courses and seminars, are recommended to improve the understanding and management of BRONJ among dental professionals in Turkiye

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Primary Language

English

Subjects

Surgery (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

September 27, 2024

Publication Date

September 27, 2024

Submission Date

September 9, 2024

Acceptance Date

September 11, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 3 Number: 3

APA
Soylu, E., Gonen, Z. B., & Şahin, M. (2024). THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY. EurAsian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 3(3), 84-88. https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB
AMA
1.Soylu E, Gonen ZB, Şahin M. THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY. EJOMS. 2024;3(3):84-88. https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB
Chicago
Soylu, Emrah, Zeynep Burcin Gonen, and Mert Şahin. 2024. “THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY”. EurAsian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 3 (3): 84-88. https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB.
EndNote
Soylu E, Gonen ZB, Şahin M (September 1, 2024) THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY. EurAsian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 3 3 84–88.
IEEE
[1]E. Soylu, Z. B. Gonen, and M. Şahin, “THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY”, EJOMS, vol. 3, no. 3, pp. 84–88, Sept. 2024, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB
ISNAD
Soylu, Emrah - Gonen, Zeynep Burcin - Şahin, Mert. “THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY”. EurAsian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 3/3 (September 1, 2024): 84-88. https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB.
JAMA
1.Soylu E, Gonen ZB, Şahin M. THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY. EJOMS. 2024;3:84–88.
MLA
Soylu, Emrah, et al. “THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY”. EurAsian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, vol. 3, no. 3, Sept. 2024, pp. 84-88, https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB.
Vancouver
1.Emrah Soylu, Zeynep Burcin Gonen, Mert Şahin. THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS LEVEL OF THE TURKISH DENTISTS ON BISPHOSPHONATE-RELATED OSTEONECROSİS OF THE JAWS: A SURVEY STUDY. EJOMS [Internet]. 2024 Sep. 1;3(3):84-8. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA49NM33NB

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