Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Digital Technologies Among Pediatric Dentists in Egypt
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Digital Technologies in Pediatric Prosthetic Rehabilitation Among Pediatric Dentists in Egypt: A Cross-Sectional Study
this study aims for Evaluation of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Digital Technologies in Pediatric Prosthetic Rehabilitation Among Pediatric Dentists in Egypt
- This is A cross-sectional study ( Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) survey).
inclusion & exclusion criteria:
- Inclusion Criteria: Pediatric dentists living in Egypt ( practitioners from different practice types (e.g., private clinics, public hospitals, and academic institutions) with varied experience levels.
- Exclusion Criteria: Pediatric dentists living outside Egypt, dentists from other specialties.
Recruitment Strategy
- Email invitations distributed through professional networks and dental associations.
- Online dissemination via social media, forums, and pediatric dentistry communities.
- In-person distribution at relevant dental conferences or educational events.
Studie Overzicht
Gedetailleerde beschrijving
3.4 Sample Size The sample size was calculated using StatCalc version 1.4.3 (Epi Info™️; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA) employing the population survey method for estimating a single proportion. The calculation was based on a reported awareness of digital prosthetic solutions among dentists of 66.4%, as reported by Qamar et al. (2026), with a 95% confidence level and a margin of error of 5%. The minimum required sample size was calculated to be 343 dentists.
3.5 Survey Instrument A structured, validated questionnaire capturing demographic data and KAP indicators related to digital technologies in pediatric prosthetic rehabilitation among pediatric dentists in Egypt.
The survey form ( Appendix A) includes 18 closed-ended questions were designed in English language to evaluate three main aspects: awareness, behavior, and perceptions related to pediatric dentists towards the use of digital workflow in pediatric prosthetic rehabilitation. The questionnaire starts with demographic information, including age, gender, designation and details regarding years of experience. (Qamar et al., 2026) 3.6 Data Collection Duration: 6-8 weeks Platform: Google Forms Distribution: Digital and conference-based
4.2 Informed Consent
- Participation will be voluntary with clear digital consent at the start of the survey.
4.3 Confidentiality All responses will be anonymized and securely stored. 5. Timeline
- Months 1-2: Questionnaire finalization, IRB approval, recruitment preparation
- Months 3-4: Participant recruitment and data collection
- Months 5-6: Data analysis and interpretation
- Month 7: Reporting and dissemination of findings 6. Expected Outcomes
- Enhanced understanding of the use of digital technologies in pediatric prosthetic rehabilitation
- Identification of the clinical challenges and barriers facing the use of digital technologies in pediatric prosthetic rehabilitation.
- Recommendations for improving the utilization of digital technologies in pediatric prosthetic rehabilitation.
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pediatric dentists in Egypt
Beschrijving
Inclusion Criteria:
- Pediatric dentists living in Egypt ( practitioners from different practice types (e.g., private clinics, public hospitals, and academic institutions) with varied experience levels.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Pediatric dentists living outside Egypt, dentists from other specialties.
Studie plan
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Ontwerpdetails
- Observatiemodellen: OTHER
- Tijdsperspectieven: CROSS_SECTIONAL
Cohorten en interventies
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Dentists
Pediatric dentists in Egypt |
Knowledge, attitude and practice regarding digital technologies in pediatric dentistry |
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knowledge, attitudes and practices Regarding Digital Technologies in Pediatric Prosthetic Rehabilitation Among Pediatric Dentists in Egypt
Tijdsspanne: 1-2 months
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1-2 months
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- PED:1-1-1/DPH:1-1-1
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