Assessment Of Knowledge, Awareness And Attitudes Regarding Aerosols And Its Management In Covid 19 Pandemic Among Dental Faculty And Pg Students In Dental Institutions Of Western Maharashtra: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Abstract

Aim: To assess the level of knowledge among dental faculty and postgraduate students regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through aerosols.

Objective: To determine the level of knowledge among dental faculty and postgraduate students regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through aerosols. To evaluate the awareness of dental faculty and postgraduate students about the importance of aerosol management in dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. To determine the attitudes of dental faculty and postgraduate students towards the implementation of aerosol management strategies in dental practice.

Methodology: This study will be a cross-sectional survey, where data will be collected at a single point in time. The study population will consist of dental faculty and postgraduate students from various dental institutions of western Maharashtra. The data will be collected using a self-administered questionnaire that will be distributed to the study participants. The questionnaire will be designed to assess the knowledge, awareness, and attitudes of dental faculty and postgraduate students regarding aerosols and its management in COVID-19 pandemic.

Result: The study found that the overall knowledge regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through aerosols among dental faculty and postgraduate students was moderate. The participants had a good understanding of the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and disinfection protocols in aerosol management during dental procedures. However, there were knowledge gaps regarding the efficacy of various aerosol management strategies and the proper use of high-volume evacuators.

Conclusion: In conclusion, the present study provides insights into the knowledge, awareness, and attitudes of dental faculty and postgraduate students regarding aerosols and its management in the COVID-19 pandemic. The study found that although the participants had a moderate level of knowledge regarding the transmission of COVID-19 through aerosols, there were knowledge gaps regarding the efficacy of various aerosol management strategies and the proper use of high-volume evacuators.