Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, and Practice Regarding the Use of Interdental Aids Among Dental Professionals and Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Overall awareness and knowledge of interdental aids were high and increased with the level of education but also had gaps, especially among less experienced trainees. During dental education and professional development, special education programs can promote the use of standardized and efficient interdental hygiene procedures and improve the oral health of their patients.

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Cureus
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2025-08-09
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.89669
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Dental Health and Care Utilization
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Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, and Practice Regarding the Use of Interdental Aids Among Dental Professionals and Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Hussein S. Mohamed, Sara Mohamed A M Bogazia, Hana M Ghaith
Cureus
Dental Health and Care Utilization
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Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, and Practice Regarding the Use of Interdental Aids Among Dental Professionals and Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Hussein S. Mohamed, Sara Mohamed A M Bogazia, Hana M Ghaith
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Abstract

Overall awareness and knowledge of interdental aids were high and increased with the level of education but also had gaps, especially among less experienced trainees. During dental education and professional development, special education programs can promote the use of standardized and efficient interdental hygiene procedures and improve the oral health of their patients.

CureusVol. 17(8)
University of Benghazi (LY), Koya University (IQ)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 77%
Dental Health and Care Utilization
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