[ investigation on the knowled9e, attitude and performance of dentists correspondent with treatment services insurance in Golestan province about the infection control of aids in 1381 [research]]

ABSTRACT

AIDS is a contagious disease that due to the absence of a definitive treatment and high prevalence, sterilization of contaminated instruments must be taken in to consideration. Dentist, upon the examination of the oral manifestations of AIDS, can play a critical role in diagnosis and prevention of further risks. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and performance of dentists of Golestan Province, correspondent with treatment services insurance about the infection control and prophylaxis of AIDS. To do this study. 104 general dentists were thoroughly studied by a check list consisted of 32 questions arranged in three parts on knowledge, attitude and performance. The first part was completed by the dentists and others were completed by a student upon the observation of their offices. The knowledge level of the major of dentists was good [52%], their attitude was excellent [64.4%] and the performance of 66.3% was good. Most of the dentists employed disposable instruments. [Suction and glass 100%, apron 70.2% and needle 99%]. They observed individual shielding covers [Single-use gloves 92.3%, protective glasses 82.7% and clinic dress 96.2%] Autoclave as the only sterlizator instrument was observed in half of the clinics [50%], however, autoclave and oven were in 42.3% of the clinics. The most commonly used antiseptic was microten [92.3%]. It was concluded that the knowledge and attitude of dentists were at a high level although their performance was weak. Thus, they should be provided with facilities on dental equipment and periodic education