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01-12-2020 | Original Scientific Article
Attitudes of EAPD members toward using the “knee-to-knee” position
Published in: European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry | Issue 6/2020
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Aim
This survey assessed the attitude of paediatric dental EAPD members toward using “knee-to-knee” positioning for dental examinations and minor procedures in infants and toddlers.
Methods
An anonymous electronic online questionnaire was distributed among EAPD members. The survey consisted of 12 questions and assessed demographic characteristics, professional experience and attitudes toward the use of the “knee-to-knee” position.
Results
Of the 162 respondents, 148 (91%) reported using “knee-to-knee” positioning for dental examination. In addition, 97 (63%) reported performing other procedures in the “knee-to-knee” position. Fluoride application and oral hygiene instructions were the most common procedures performed in the “knee-to-knee” position.
Conclusions
Most of the paediatric dentists who responded to this survey reported performing dental examinations in toddlers up to 2 years old using the “knee-to-knee” position. Majority of respondents also used this position to instruct parents regarding oral hygiene and to apply fluoride varnish.