Endodontic consultation and referral practices among Finnish general dental practitioners – a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study

There remains a continued need for consultations and referrals to endodontists among Finnish dentists. Our findings indicate that clinical experience and postgraduate education increase the likelihood of consulting or referring to an endodontist, rather than relying solely on advice from experienced colleague.

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BMC Oral Health
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2025-12-30
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-025-07583-x
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Healthcare Systems and Technology
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Endodontic consultation and referral practices among Finnish general dental practitioners – a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study

Vuokko Anttonen, Tarja Tanner, Reetta Kuosmanen, Marja-Liisa Laitala
BMC Oral Health
Healthcare Systems and Technology
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Endodontic consultation and referral practices among Finnish general dental practitioners – a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study

Vuokko Anttonen, Tarja Tanner, Reetta Kuosmanen, Marja-Liisa Laitala
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Abstract

There remains a continued need for consultations and referrals to endodontists among Finnish dentists. Our findings indicate that clinical experience and postgraduate education increase the likelihood of consulting or referring to an endodontist, rather than relying solely on advice from experienced colleague.

BMC Oral HealthVol. 26(1)
Oulu University Hospital (FI), University of Oulu (FI)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 24%
Healthcare Systems and Technology
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