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ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025

Knowledge Attitude and Practice of Dental Practitioners on Role of Nanorobotics in Dentistry: A Questionnaire Survey.

Harini Ravulapati, Amrita Mishra, Z M Wajid Sermadi, Sidratul Muntaha, Salma Killedar, Shivani Panda, Rahul Tiwari

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Harini RavulapatiDent Inn Dental Clinic, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Amrita MishraDepartment of Orthodontics, Hi-Tech Dental College and Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Z M Wajid SermadiDepartment of Dentistry, CIMS, Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, India.
Sidratul MuntahaConsultant Pedodontist, Shimoga, Karnataka, India.
Salma KilledarDepartment of Dentistry, Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Karnataka, India.
Shivani PandaIntern, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Rahul TiwariDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, RKDF Dental College and Research Centre, Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.

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Introduction: The rapid advancements in nanotechnology have opened new frontiers in dentistry, particularly with the introduction of nanorobotics. Despite the promising applications of nanorobots in dental treatments such as precision surgery and drug delivery, there is limited knowledge among dental practitioners regarding its use. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among dental practitioners to evaluate their knowledge of nanorobotics. The questionnaire covered three key areas: awareness of nanorobotics, perceived benefits, and challenges to implementation. A total of 150 dental practitioners participated in the study. Results: The majority of respondents (60%) had heard of nanorobotics but only 30% had a clear understanding of its applications. Among those aware, 40% believed nanorobots could improve precision in dental surgeries, while 35% felt that its cost could be a significant barrier. Statistical analysis using Chi-square tests revealed significant associations between years of practice and awareness levels ( Conclusion: The findings suggest a need for targeted educational programs to enhance knowledge of nanorobotics among dental practitioners. Further research should focus on addressing cost-related concerns to facilitate widespread adoption.

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Awarenessdental practitionerseducational programsnanoroboticsprecision dentistry

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