EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE OF MINIMAL INVASIVE DENTISTRY AMONG DENTISTS

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the evidence based practice of minimally invasive dentistry among the dentists in Lahore. This quantitative research study was a cross-sectional survey research conducted on general dentists working in posh areas of Lahore using convenient sampling. 70 dentists were recruited in the study. Majority of the participants (42.90%) reported that caries assessment should be carried out for all patients whereas 15.70% dentists disagree with the statement. 47.10% participants reported that fluoride is an effective way of preventing dental caries. 30% of the dentists always repair defective restorations instead of replacement. In conclusion, the dentists are quite familiar with the evidence based practice of minimal invasive dentistry in Lahore city.