Oral Medicine Experience and Attitudes Toward Oral Cancer: An Evaluation of Dentists Working in Primary Health Care

Strey, Jéssica Rodriguez; Roxo‐Gonçalves, Michelle; Guzenski, Bianca Dutra; Martins, Marco Antônio Trevizani; Romanini, Juliana; Figueiredo, Maria Antonia Zancanaro de; D’Ávila, Otávio Pereira; Gonçalves, Marcelo; Umpierre, Roberto Nunes; Harzheim, Erno; Hildebrand, Laura de Campos; Carrard, Vinícius Coelho

doi:10.1007/s13187-021-01999-z

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“…Similar results were found in other studies. Dentists employed in the public system in Brazil recognized the importance of preventative measures for oral cancer and over 95% of respondents performed full mouth examinations for screening of oral cavity cancer [ 38 ]. As it relates to screening, dentists are typically the first health care professionals to examine the oral cavity, which provides an optimal opportunity to screen for oral cancer [ 39 , 40 ].…”

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Oral cancer screening knowledge and practices among dental professionals at the University of Toronto

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Introduction Opportunistic oral cancer screening during visits to the dentist is a non-invasive and accessible option for detection of pre-malignant lesions and early-stage malignancies. The objective of this study was to investigate the knowledge, practices, and attitudes towards oral cancer screening among dentists. Methods A 42-item survey was sent to 650 dental professionals affiliated with the University of Toronto. Data regarding training/practice characteristics, knowledge of oral cavity cancer, current screening practices, attitudes towards screening, and remuneration were collected. Results Ninety-one dentists responded. Most obtained their dental degree from Canada (71.4%) and were practicing in large urban centers (87.9%). Most dentists correctly identified the oral tongue (87.8%) and floor of mouth (80%) as the two of most common sites of oral cavity cancer but only 56% correctly identified the most common presentation. 91% performed intra/extra oral examinations at every patient visit. Only 9.9% of dentists discussed the risk factors of oral cancer and 33% were not familiar with resources for smoking cessation and alcohol abuse. International medical graduates were more likely to discuss risk factor management than Canadian medical graduates (p < 0.01). Over 80% of dentists referred to a specialist when a suspected lesion was found. The greatest barrier for oral cancer screening was lack of time. Almost all dentists (98.8%) reported that their screening practices do not differ depending on the patient’s insurance status and 63.8% reported compensation would not influence their decision to perform oral examinations. Conclusion Most dentists have a good knowledge of the presentation and risk factors associated with oral cavity cancer. Most dentists perform screening with every patient, with no influence from compensation and insurance status. Dentists are therefore an excellent first contact for oral cavity cancer screening for the general public and for high-risk populations.

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“…The results of this study show that the students' self‐confidence may interfere with or influence their diagnostic ability on oral mucosal lesions. However, it does not interfere with their clinical decision‐making, suggesting more opportunities for contact with patients 29 …”

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Association between perceived self‐confidence and abilities to distinguish oral mucosal lesions amongst dental students

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Kargwanski

Correa

et al. 2022

Eur J Dental Education

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Introduction Dentists usually refer to difficulties in performing the diagnosis of oral mucosal lesions. This may be attributed to limited access to theoretical lectures and practical training on this subject along the graduation course. The primary aim of this cross‐sectional study was to verify if there is an association between the perception of time dedicated to lectures/training and oral diagnosis abilities in oral medicine. The secondary aim was to evaluate the association between self‐‐confidence to perform oral mucosal lesions diagnosis and performance in a diagnostic abilities test. Materials and Methods The sample comprised 36 final‐year dental students of a South‐Brazilian dental school. The participants answered a questionnaire on their perception of time dedicated to lectures on oral medicine along the course (sufficient or insufficient) and their self‐confidence to diagnose oral mucosal lesions or oral cancer (yes or not). The students were also submitted to a diagnostic abilities test based on 30 clinical photos of oral lesions, which should be classified as benign, potentially malignant or malignant. Moreover, the participants had to inform their clinical impression for each case. Finally, the participants informed their decision making for the case (refer the patient to a specialist or not). Results Students with higher self‐confidence showed a higher percentage of correct answers on classification of the nature of lesions (81.1% vs. 68.5%, p = .03, teste t de Student) and on their clinical impression (66.3% vs. 41.7%, p < .01, Student's t‐test). The perception of time dedicated to theoretical lectures on oral medicine as sufficient did not influence the students’ diagnostic abilities (p > .05, Student's t‐test) Conclusion It may be concluded that self‐confidence to diagnose oral lesions is associated with dental students’ diagnostic abilities.

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Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Perceptions of Brazilian Dentists About Oral Cancer

Sangoi,

Dias,

Katz

et al. 2024

J Canc Educ

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Oral Medicine Experience and Attitudes Toward Oral Cancer: An Evaluation of Dentists Working in Primary Health Care

Cited by 8 publications

References 37 publications

Oral cancer screening knowledge and practices among dental professionals at the University of Toronto

Oral cancer screening knowledge and practices among dental professionals at the University of Toronto

Association between perceived self‐confidence and abilities to distinguish oral mucosal lesions amongst dental students

Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Perceptions of Brazilian Dentists About Oral Cancer

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