2Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Mahatma Gandhi Den-tal College and Hospital, Sitapura Industrial Area, Rajasthan, India
Abstract
Objective: To study the level of awareness, current state of knowledge, and opinions towards regenerative endodontic procedures (REP’s) amongst the dentists of India.
Materials and Methods: The questionnaire was formulated in Google Forms and distributed to 1300 dental practitioners electronically via a link through email and WhatsApp Messenger app across India.
Results: The survey yielded 951 responses (73%). Less than half of the practitioners were aware of umbilical cord stem cell banking (25.9%). Only 33.7% of practitioners had received continuing education on REP’s. However, 88.9% of participants were willing to perform REP’s in clinics, and 76.3% of them believe it should be included in regular practice over implant placement whenever possible.
Conclusion: The data showed that practitioners are willing to adapt REP’s in practice. However, they lack awareness and knowledge regarding the procedure. There is a need for training workshops programs regarding the procedures. There is a need for training workshops programs regarding the procedures. There is a need for the establishment of more centers for stem cell collection to improve accessibility.
