Evaluation of Dental Practices Changes During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Brazil

Rossato, Mayara Delfino Sentone; Gregorio, Danielle; Almeida–Pedrin, Renata Rodrigues de; Maia, Luciana Prado; Frederico, Regina Célia Poli; Berger, Sandrine Bittencourt; Fernandes, Thaís Maria Freire

doi:10.1177/0163278721994902

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“…Changing the FFP2 mask after each aerosol-generating treatment is indicated as a more complex topic: only 22% of the dentists reported applying timely the Italian Ministry of Health directives [37]. PPE supply issue and economic costs are the more likely reasons [38,39]. New methods, such as vaporized hydrogen peroxide and ultraviolet irradiation, have been proposed to decontaminate FFP2 masks [40], although promising, the evidence of their effectiveness remains limited [41].…”

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The New Normalcy in Dentistry after the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Italian Cross-Sectional Survey

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Background: After the first lockdown, Italian dentists resumed their practice while handling several challenges. Reducing contagion risk by complying with the stringent measures recommended by the Italian Ministry of Health for dental activity while also balancing patient needs was a difficult task. This work aims to understand the procedures that were adopted in the second phase of the COVID-19 pandemic (5 May–30 September 2020) and the dentists’ expectations and concerns about returning to normalcy. Methods: A national survey with 38 questions was conducted from November 2020 to January 2021 and comparisons were performed among the five main Italian geographic areas. Results: Located mainly in northwest Italy, 1028 dentists were included in the survey. About 83% of the Italian dentists fully restarted their activities after the lockdown. The resumption was significantly marked in North Italy and the Center than in the South (p < 0.01). Over 80% adopted the recommended precautional guidelines, modifying them according to the specific dental treatment executed. Fifty percent of dentists were confident in returning to normalcy after the COVID-19 crisis. Many precautions adopted during the pandemic will be continued, especially in South Italy and the Islands (p < 0.01). Conclusions: Italian dentists reported excellent autonomous organizational skills and the maintaining of high-quality precautions during the reopening phase.

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The New Normalcy in Dentistry after the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Italian Cross-Sectional Survey

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“…Moreover, the persistence of the viral agent in operating rooms should be considered [ 4 , 5 ]. However, some studies have mentioned that adherence to biosafety protocols by dental health professionals is high [ 6 ]. The relationship of other variables and conditions related to the pandemic cannot be ignored, among which could be mentioned the level of knowledge about COVID-19, preventive behaviors and practices as well as the availability of training courses for the management of this pandemic in dentist and dental students [ 7 , 8 , 9 ].…”

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Perceived Stress in Dentists and Dental Students of Latin America and the Caribbean during the Mandatory Social Isolation Measures for the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study

León-Manco

Agudelo‐Suárez

Vega

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This study aims to determine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically considering the mandatory social isolation measures implemented, on the perceived stress of a sample of dentists and dental students from Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as the associated sociodemographic and pandemic-related variables. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with a sample of 2036 dentists and dental students (1433 women). For the main outcome, the 14-item Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-14) was used. The survey also questioned sociodemographic aspects, questions on the COVID-19 pandemic, health variables, and habits. Descriptive, bivariate, and multivariate analyses (linear regression) were applied to observe the factors associated with perceived stress. The PSS-14 mean score was 24.76 (±11.76). Hierarchical regression models showed significant variables associated with the PSS-14 scores: income level during mandatory social isolation, having older adults under care during mandatory social isolation, self-perceived level of concern regarding COVID-19, self-perceived health, Coffee consumption during mandatory social isolation. In general terms, the pandemic has influenced the personal, social, labor, and everyday life of dental staff and affected the mental health of this population specifically when perceived stress is considered. Public policies, strategies, and mental health surveillance systems are required for this population.

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“…An online survey was administered via Google Forms as a measurement tool. The questions and statements in the questionnaire were developed by the authors based on previous studies [7,14] and were critiqued (by physiotherapy professors) based on an objective approach for the analysis of statements used for measurement. Afterwards, the questionnaire was sent to three physiotherapists and a preliminary evaluation was completed.…”

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Impact of COVID-19 on rehabilitation experiences of physiotherapists

Ciddi

Bayram

2022

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BACKGROUND: As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, pressures on almost all health sectors in many countries increased, and physiotherapy interventions were canceled for various reasons. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine the status of physiotherapists who interrupted their services due to the pandemic and investigate procedures adopted by physiotherapists during face-to-face practice. METHOD: The measuring tool was an online survey administered via Google Forms between January 27 and February 27, 2021. In this descriptive cross-sectional study, the sample consisted of 558 physiotherapists, questions about their clinical experience during the pandemic were answered, and descriptive statistics were examined. RESULTS: Of the physiotherapists, 351 (62.9%) suspended their services due to pandemic, while 207 (37%) of all participants worked without suspending their services since the beginning of the process. Among participants, 303 (54.3%) needed education to use telerehabilitation methods, and 315 (56.5%) monitored their patients with remote communication methods. Hand washing (86.6%), disinfectant (85.3%), gloves (76.5%) and masks (86.6%) were the most common protective measures. CONCLUSIONS: Most physiotherapists had their face-to-face practice interrupted for a short time due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but they continue to treat all disease conditions in spite of inherent physical intimacy and increased risk of infection.

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Evaluation of Dental Practices Changes During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Brazil

Cited by 17 publications

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The New Normalcy in Dentistry after the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Italian Cross-Sectional Survey

The New Normalcy in Dentistry after the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Italian Cross-Sectional Survey

Perceived Stress in Dentists and Dental Students of Latin America and the Caribbean during the Mandatory Social Isolation Measures for the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study

Impact of COVID-19 on rehabilitation experiences of physiotherapists

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