This is a cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study conducted in China. The purpose of this study was to investigate the knowledge and acceptance of pediatric dental general anesthesia among different populations, including parents, dental professionals, and the general public. Participants completed an anonymous online questionnaire assessing their understanding of the procedure, perceived risks and benefits, and willingness to accept dental general anesthesia for children. No medical interventions were provided to participants. The findings aim to provide evidence for improving patient education and promoting informed decision-making regarding pediatric dental treatment under general anesthesia
This is a cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
1,490
A self-administered questionnaire assessing knowledge and acceptance of pediatric dental general anesthesia, no active intervention provided.
School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University,Xi'an, Shaanxi 710032
Xi’an, Shanxi, China
Yaping Shi
Xi’an, Shanxi, China
Acceptance Score of Pediatric Dental General Anesthesia
Acceptance level of pediatric dental general anesthesia techniques (measured by "A Survey on the Cognition and Acceptance of Pediatric Dental General Anesthesia Techniques", ranging from 1 (lowest acceptance) to 5 (highest acceptance), where higher scores indicate a better outcome).
Time frame: "baseline, pre-intervention"
Correlation between Demographic Factors and Acceptance
Correlation between demographic factors (age, education level, and occupation) and acceptance of pediatric dental general anesthesia, assessed at the time of survey completion.
Time frame: "baseline, pre-intervention"
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