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Title: An online questionnaire-based survey on the antibiotic prescription pattern of registered dental practitioners in West Bengal.
Authors: Mazumdar, Paromita (AUTHOR), Desai, Priti D. (AUTHOR), Chowdhury, Suhina Roy (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of Oral Research & Review. Jan-Jun2026, Vol. 18 Issue 1, p7-13. 7p.
Subjects: Antibiotics, Dentists, Clinical indications, Drug prescribing, Questionnaires, Drug resistance in microorganisms
Geographic Terms: West Bengal (India)
Abstract: Background: Antibiotics are crucial in dentistry for managing oral infections, but their overuse contributes to the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Dentists play a key role in ensuring responsible antibiotic use to combat this issue. Aim: This study aimed to assess the beliefs and practices of dental practitioners in West Bengal regarding antibiotic use before or during dental procedures. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 240 registered dental practitioners in West Bengal using a 20-item online questionnaire via Google Forms. The form was circulated through WhatsApp groups of specialty organizations and alumni networks. The questionnaire covered demographics, antibiotic preferences, prescribing patterns, clinical indications, and awareness of AMR. Results: The response rate was 51.2%. Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid was the preferred antibiotic in nonallergic patients (77.6%), while clindamycin was used in allergic individuals (38%). Most practitioners (66%) prescribed antibiotics for a minimum of 5 days. Facial swelling (34.44%) was the primary reason for the prescription. A high level of awareness (97.9%) about AMR was observed. Conclusion: Despite good awareness, the tendency to overprescribe antibiotics among dental practitioners in West Bengal may contribute significantly to AMR. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: Background: Antibiotics are crucial in dentistry for managing oral infections, but their overuse contributes to the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Dentists play a key role in ensuring responsible antibiotic use to combat this issue. Aim: This study aimed to assess the beliefs and practices of dental practitioners in West Bengal regarding antibiotic use before or during dental procedures. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 240 registered dental practitioners in West Bengal using a 20-item online questionnaire via Google Forms. The form was circulated through WhatsApp groups of specialty organizations and alumni networks. The questionnaire covered demographics, antibiotic preferences, prescribing patterns, clinical indications, and awareness of AMR. Results: The response rate was 51.2%. Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid was the preferred antibiotic in nonallergic patients (77.6%), while clindamycin was used in allergic individuals (38%). Most practitioners (66%) prescribed antibiotics for a minimum of 5 days. Facial swelling (34.44%) was the primary reason for the prescription. A high level of awareness (97.9%) about AMR was observed. Conclusion: Despite good awareness, the tendency to overprescribe antibiotics among dental practitioners in West Bengal may contribute significantly to AMR. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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