Knowledge, Experience and Confidence of Saudi Dental Practitioners towards Treating Patients on the Autism Spectrum; A Cross-Sectional Study

Alalmaie, Aziza Jamaan and Alkhalaf, Hind Khalaf and Aldakheel, Reema Mashhour and Shehri, Roa’a Rafa Al and Ansari, Shahzeb Hasan (2021) Knowledge, Experience and Confidence of Saudi Dental Practitioners towards Treating Patients on the Autism Spectrum; A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 33 (49A). pp. 219-227. ISSN 2456-9119

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Official URL: https://doi.org/10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i49A33324

Abstract

Introduction: Children with ASD face various obstacles to professional dental care that are prominent causes to stop seeking dental care. The main barriers are behavioral problems and trouble finding a dentist who treats ASD children.

Materials and Methods: This is a cross sectional study conducted among the dental practitioners of Saudi Arabia using an online survey. Online questionnaire was constructed consisting of questions related to personal, professional, and demographic data followed by questions including knowledge, experience and confidence in managing patients with ASD.

Results: Only 18% had previously treated an autistic child, 14% had treated autistic adults and 16% having treated both with 52% with no past exposure. Maximum score of 3.86 was attained when inquired about knowing where to find further information and guidance for treating autistic patients.

Conclusion: Overall knowledge and confidence level of participants is low regarding autistic patients.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	GO STM Archive > Medical Science
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Date Deposited:	21 Jan 2023 06:50
Last Modified:	30 Jul 2024 06:45
URI:	http://journal.openarchivescholar.com/id/eprint/116

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