UNLABELLED: Traumatic injuries to the teeth and their supporting structures are frequent in children. Among the traumatic injuries, dental avulsion results in the major functional and esthetic disturbances for patients. PURPOSE: The present study's aim was to assess the mothers' level of knowledge and attitude concerning dental avulsion. METHODS: A questionnaire contained 6 objective questions for the assessment of the mothers' knowledge and attitude regarding the management of dental avulsion and emergency procedures. RESULTS: A total of 242 mothers participated in the study. A lack of technical information was observed among the mothers. CONCLUSION: This study showed the need of a more effective communication between dental professionals and mothers to better handle dental emergencies. Educational campaigns and preventive programs on dental trauma must be organized to improve the emergency management of dental avulsion.
UNLABELLED: Traumatic injuries to the teeth and their supporting structures are frequent in children. Among the traumatic injuries, dental avulsion results in the major functional and esthetic disturbances for patients. PURPOSE: The present study's aim was to assess the mothers' level of knowledge and attitude concerning dental avulsion. METHODS: A questionnaire contained 6 objective questions for the assessment of the mothers' knowledge and attitude regarding the management of dental avulsion and emergency procedures. RESULTS: A total of 242 mothers participated in the study. A lack of technical information was observed among the mothers. CONCLUSION: This study showed the need of a more effective communication between dental professionals and mothers to better handle dental emergencies. Educational campaigns and preventive programs on dental trauma must be organized to improve the emergency management of dental avulsion.