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ArticleBioinformation2026

Awareness of gingival retraction before final impression procedures among interns at Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

Rawan Alrethia, Ibrahim AlBaqami, Bayan Almohaimeed, Abdulaziz Alharbi, Mohammed Alqahtani, Abdullah Alhablen

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Rawan AlrethiaDepartment of Prosthetic Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Ibrahim AlBaqamiIntern, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Bayan AlmohaimeedDepartment of Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulaziz AlharbiIntern, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Mohammed AlqahtaniIntern, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Abdullah AlhablenIntern, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

Mechanical gingival retraction using a plain retraction cord has been regularly practiced before impression making in fixed Prosthodontics. Therefore, it is of interest to assess the knowledge and awareness of a variety of gingival displacement methods before impression making in fixed Prosthodontics among dental students. A questionnaire-based survey was administered to dental students and interns at Qassim University. Participants completed a questionnaire concerning their awareness and knowledge of gingival displacement techniques, including the reasons for use and adverse effects and complications. Most participants recognized the importance of gingival retraction in clinical practice but were unaware of its potential complications and adverse effects. Comprehensive educational programs are necessary to improve student and intern knowledge of gingival retraction advancements and side effects.

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fixed prosthodonticsGingival displacementimpression

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PMID42282320
PMCPMC13252316

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