Projects
038 - Radiography for mandibular third molar surgery: Australian dentists’ knowledge, confidence, attitudes and beliefs regarding three dimensional and two dimensional imaging
- Chief Investigator A: Dr Alan Reid
- Chief Investigator B: Dr Stephen Cox
- Associate Investigator: Dr Alan Mann
Introduction
Australian dental practitioners have increasing access to 2D and 3D imaging options for mandibular third molars (wisdom teeth).
Aims
To explore Australian dental practitioners’ current attitudes, beliefs, confidence and knowledge about radiology of mandibular third molars using two-dimensional and three-dimensional imaging techniques.
Rationale
Recent findings reported in the Australia Dental Journal found there is currently a lack of data about the use of radiology by Australian dentists. This project will assess Australian dentists’ current knowledge, confidence, attitudes, and beliefs regarding radiology of mandibular third molars using two dimensional and three-dimensional imaging techniques.
Methodology
This is an online, anonymous survey of dental practitioners registered with AHPRA in the categories of general dentist and/or dental specialist.
What are the expected outcomes?
It is anticipated this project will:
- be vital to understanding Australian dentists' current knowledge, confidence, attitudes, and beliefs regarding the utilisation of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) as compared to orthopantomograms (OPG) for the pre-operative assessment of mandibular third molars (wisdom teeth)
- offer valuable insights into the existing understanding and perspectives of the Australian dental profession, shedding light on the preferences and rationale surrounding the use of these imaging techniques
- provide evidence to inform the development of continued professional development in the use of orthopantomograms (OPG) and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) tailored for the Australian dental profession
