期刊名称：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
电子版ISSN：1308-5581
出版年度：2022
卷号：14
期号：3
页码：8801-8812
DOI：10.9756/INT-JECSE/V14I3.1018
语种：English
出版社：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
摘要：Introduction:Long-term success of a root canal treatment is based on the nature of the material used as a root canal sealer. The main components of a root canal filling are as follows: A solid core material and a sealer. The most widely used core material is gutta-percha, which takes up the majority of canal area, while the root canal sealer covers the space between the core material and the dentin wall, the voids within the core material, and the accessory canals, as well as acting as a lubricant, allowing for a fluid-tight seal The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge and awareness of dental students about the various root canal sealants available for use in dentistry. Materials and methods:Questionnaire was prepared with the objective of finding out the knowledge on root canal sealers. This was shared online through google forms. The participants who undertook the survey were dental students from various colleges. They were encouraged to answer the set of 10 questions which majorly targeted awareness on root canal sealers. The results obtained were statistically analysed through SPSS software. Results:Majority,65% weren’t aware about different types of root canal sealers ,only 35% were aware. Only 32% were aware about ZOE sealers , it’s antibacterial activity, and adverse effects like cytotoxicity, irritation, solubility in oral fluids. 34% were aware of MTA based sealers in treating trauma. Only 19.4 % were aware about periapical repair ability of resin based sealers. 28.2% were aware that CH based sealers are the most biocompatible sealer. Conclusion:According to the findings of the present study it has been observed that there is low to moderate level of knowledge and awareness on root canal sealers. Further awareness about different properties of individual sealers and its uses in treatment must be carried out to improve the knowledge as it helps us to perceive successful treatment procedures.
关键词：root canal treatment;root canal sealers;awareness;knowledge and dental students;eco friendly and innovative technology
