Prachi Katti
Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding CBCT applications among dental practitioners of Belgaum city. Method: A self-designed questionnaire with 24 questions was administered to dental practitioners. Results: A total of 100 dentists participated in the study. The age range was 26 to 60 years, out of which 53% were males and 47% were females. About 63% were dentists with a postgraduate degree and 37% were BDS graduates. Karnataka State Dental Registration renewal for the year 2014 was done by 97% of the dentists. 38% of the dental practitioners learned about CBCT through attending CDE program whereas 28% through internet and 29% reading the journals and only 5% by other sources. Low radiation dose was identified as the most important advantage of CBCT by 85% of participants. About 57% would choose CBCT for implants, compared to other treatment modalities. Most of the practicing dentists 97% felts the availability of CBCT near their practice area is necessary and 92% wished to use CBCT technology in their future practice. Conclusion: The study indicated presence of fair level of knowledge regarding CBCT among practicing dentists of Belgaum city. They even have a positive attitude towards its use and applications in their future practice. Most of them felt a need for continuing dental education program regarding various applications and principle of working of CBCT.
