Assessment of Knowledge and Awareness on Various Precautionary Measures one Must Follow While Treating Patients During Coronavirus Pandemic among Dental Practitioners - A Questionnaire based Survey

Abstract

The corona disease is a rapidly spreading viral infection caused by COVID-19. Which is caused by the SARS
family of viruses. It was discovered in the later half of 2019 after which in march 2020 the WHO declared
it a global pandemic as it spread to all the major countries of the world. Due to risk of infection to the
practitioner many clinics have completely closed. While some brave souls still venture outside to treat their
patients. This study was done to assess the awareness of dental practitioners about the various precautions
that they must follow while treating patients during coronavirus pandemic. An online survey was conducted
with the help of Google forms was distributed to 100 dental practitioners. The questionnaire consisted of 15
questions that were based on the clinical protocols and guidelines one must follow when treating patients
during the time of COVID-19 pandemic . After obtaining the responses, data was tabulated in excel sheet
and was subjected to statistical analysis. The study shows that dental practitioners have better knowledge
of the protocols they must follow when treating their patients during times of pandemic .The study helps to
handle their patients by screening them and protecting themselves and their staff from the risk of infection.