ArticleEuropean archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry2016
Molar incisor hypomineralisation: experience and perceived challenges among dentists specialising in paediatric dentistry and a group of general dental practitioners in the UK.
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- Can molar incisor hypomineralization cause dental fear and anxiety or influence the oral health-related quality of life in children and adolescents?-a systematic review.European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry · 2022Pooled it
- Efficacy of a Toothpaste Based on Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite on Children with Hypersensitivity Caused by MIH: A Randomised Controlled Trial.Oral health & preventive dentistry · 2021Trial
- Knowledge of dental practitioners regarding Molar incisor hypo-mineralization: a systematic review and meta-analysis.The Saudi dental journal · 2026Review
- Integrated Management of Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation in a Paediatric Patient: A Case-Based Perspective.Case reports in dentistry · 2026Article
- Prevalence, clinical characteristics, and associated factors of molar-incisor hypomineralisation among schoolchildren: a cross-sectional study in the Vietnamese Northern provinces.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Knowledge and Attitudes of Dental Professionals and Students on MIH: A Scoping Review.Acta stomatologica Croatica · 2025Article
- Knowledge, and treatment of molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) among dentists in Jordan: a cross-sectional questionnaire based study.European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry · 2025Article
- Knowledge, assessment and treatment of molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) among German dentists.Clinical oral investigations · 2025Article
- Perceptions, attitudes, and clinical experiences of Brazilian dental practitioners towards molar incisor hypomineralisation: a cross-sectional study.European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry · 2024Article
- Awareness of Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) and Hypomineralised Second Primary Molars (HSPMs) among Northern Italian Dentists: A Questionnaire Survey.Dentistry journal · 2024Article
- Knowledge and perception regarding molar incisor hypomineralisation among dental students and dental hygienist students in Spain: a cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2024Article
- The Impact of Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation on Children and Adolescents: A Narrative Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Knowledge, experience, and perception of molar incisor hypomineralisation among dentists in the metropolitan area of Mexico City: a cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2023Article
- Treatment Approaches to Molar Incisor Hypomineralization: A Systematic Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Review
- Knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and clinical experiences on molar incisor hypomineralization among Syrian pediatric dentists and general dental practitioners: a cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2022Article
- A cross-sectional survey on knowledge and attitudes of Greek dentists regarding molar incisor hypomineralisation diagnosis and treatment.BMC oral health · 2022Article
- "Knowledge, clinical experience, and perceived need for training regarding molar-incisor hypomineralization among a group of Egyptian dental students: a cross-sectional study".BMC oral health · 2022Article
- Knowledge, perception, and clinical experiences on molar incisor hypomineralization amongst Portuguese dentists.BMC oral health · 2022Article
- Prevalence of Molar-incisor hypomineralization in Iranian children - A systematic review and narrative synthesis.BDJ open · 2022Article
- Molar-incisor hypomineralisation combat: exploratory qualitative interviews with general dental practitioners in England regarding the management of children with molar-incisor hypomineralisation.British dental journal · 2022Article
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Abstract
aimTo assess the views and experience of the UK dentists specialising in paediatric dentistry (trainees) about molar incisor hypomineralisation (MIH) and compare the findings with the responses from a group of UK general dental practitioners.
methodA web-based questionnaire was sent to dentists undergoing specialist training in paediatric dentistry. The same questionnaire was completed by a group of general dentists who stated an interest in treating children, with various levels of experience. The questionnaire sought information on clinical experience and the views of the dentists on the impact of MIH on children and families.
resultsSpecialty trainees (37) from different paediatric dental departments in the UK completed the online survey, giving a total response rate of 71%. The questionnaire was also completed by 31 general dental practitioners. There was difficulty in distinguishing MIH from other conditions for both groups. Increased sensitivity of affected teeth was the most frequently encountered problem with 51% of the trainees and 76% of the dentists saying this was often or always a challenge. The trainees were particularly concerned about the pain children experienced and about the appearance of the condition. Both groups felt that parental anxiety occurred in almost all cases.
conclusionsBoth groups felt that MIH presents several clinical challenges and has a negative effect on the quality of life of the affected children and their families. There were significant differences in the views and perceptions between the two groups.
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