286 - Knowledge and Concern of Workplace Safety among US Pediatric Dentists

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to assess the level of knowledge and concern about various workplace health risks among US pediatric dentists. 

Methods: The study will gather information from US pediatric dentists that are members of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry via an anonymous online survey. Demographic data will be collected including age, gender, years in practice, average weekly hours of practice and geographical location of the practitioner. The survey will ask specific questions regarding known workplace health and safety risks in dentistry and collect information on the practitioner’s level of knowledge and concern about those risks. Data will be analyzed to determine the level of knowledge and concern about workplace health risks among US pediatric dentists, and comparisons will be made among different types of practitioners.

Results: Results Pending

Conclusions: Conclusions Pending