Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-5 | Issue-06 | 287-290
Original Research Article
Knowledge and Awareness on Medico-Legal Aspects in Dentistry amongst Dental Graduates- An Original Research
Dr. Hasitha Gongura, Dr. Bandaru Sai Krishna, Dr. Abhaya Vadlamudi, Dr. Monika Marripudi, Dr. Sri Pujith Dev, Dr. Anne Vivek
Published : June 26, 2020
Abstract
Aim: Purpose of our study was to assess the awareness of dentists regarding medico-legal aspects in dentistry. Methodology: Our study enrolled 100 BDS dentists as participants in the online survey. Questions premeditated to test the awareness of dental practitioners toward IC, types of consent, time for taking consent, consent form for minors, negligence for non-referral, indemnity policy etc. Results: The results show that around 78% of dentists knew about informed consent and its importance in medico-legal aspects. Around 67% of dentists were aware of CPA and 45.7% of them had the knowledge about indemnity insurance policy and how it helps the dentist in case of medico-legal issues. Conclusion: In our study, we came across the fact that dentists participated in the survey had knowledge about informed consent but had less awareness about dental code of ethics. There was a need to increase awareness for medico-legal aspects in dental professionals.