At the Edge of Consciousness: Turkish Dentists’ Perspectives on Sedation

At the Edge of Consciousness: Turkish Dentists’ Perspectives on Sedation | Research Square window.SnipcartSettings = { analytics: { enabled: false } }; (function() { var accessVector = localStorage.getItem('access_vector') || ''; window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; if (accessVector) { window.dataLayer.push({ user: { profile: { profileInfo: { snid: accessVector } } } }); } })(); (function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src='https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-K279D39R'); Browse Preprints In Review Journals COVID-19 Preprints AJE Video Bytes Research Tools Research Promotion AJE Professional Editing AJE Rubriq About Preprint Platform In Review Editorial Policies Our Team Advisory Board Help Center Sign In Submit a Preprint Cite Share Download PDF Research Article At the Edge of Consciousness: Turkish Dentists’ Perspectives on Sedation Fatih OLUŞ, Hüseyin BABUN This is a preprint; it has not been peer reviewed by a journal. https://doi.org/ 10.21203/rs.3.rs-7506312/v1 This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License Status: Under Review Version 1 posted 8 You are reading this latest preprint version Abstract Background: In most countries, dentists with appropriate training may provide minimal or moderate sedation, while anesthesiologists are involved in deeper techniques. In Turkey, however, all dental sedation is exclusively administered by anesthesiologists, placing dentists in a unique position as decision-makers and patient communicators rather than providers. Understanding their views is therefore highly relevant to general dentistry and dental education, as it reflects how practitioners adapt to a system where sedation is externally delivered. Methods: A validated 16-item multiple-choice questionnaire was administered both online and in printed form to dentists and dental students across Turkey between May 2024 and February 2025. A total of 374 participants who completed the questionnaire in full were included in the study. Results: The majority of participants had previous experience with sedation-assisted procedures, particularly specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (98.0%) and non-specialist dentists (90.2%). Satisfaction rates with procedures performed under sedation were highest among Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (89.8%) and Restorative Dentistry (80.0%) specialists. The most common reason for satisfaction was the patient’s calmness during the procedure. Sedation was most frequently preferred due to dental anxiety (especially in Pedodontics, 81.8%) and the gag reflex (particularly in Prosthodontics, 90.9%). The most reported barrier to sedation use was organizational difficulty and cost. A notable proportion of participants (45.4%) stated that sedation should be applied when clinically indicated, while only 0.3% believed it should be applied to every patient. Knowledge regarding pre-sedation fasting protocols was highest among Pedodontics specialists (62.5%), while many participants, particularly from Orthodontics and Oral Diagnosis & Radiology, provided incorrect responses. Conclusions: The findings highlight varying degrees of experience, satisfaction, and knowledge related to sedation among dental professionals in Turkey. Sedation practices appear influenced by specialty-specific needs, clinical exposure, and logistical constraints. These results underscore the importance of targeted education and clearer national guidelines to optimize sedation practices in dentistry. Dental sedation Practitioner perspectives Clinical decision-making 1. Background Dental procedures commonly provoke anxiety in patients, characterized by apprehension, physical tension, and autonomic nervous system activation ( 1 ). Effective anxiety control before and during dental treatments is crucial for ensuring safety and enhancing patient and surgeon satisfaction ( 2 , 3 ). Dentists typically use local anesthesia, either through local infiltration or block anesthesia. However, while local anesthesia provides adequate pain relief, lengthy and complex treatments can be uncomfortable for fully conscious patients who must keep their mouths open for extended periods ( 1 ). Sedation, ranging from minimal levels to general anesthesia, is a valuable approach for facilitating challenging dental procedures. It enables patients to better tolerate unpleasant interventions while maintaining vital functions such as spontaneous ventilation and cardiovascular stability. Various administration routes—oral, parenteral, or inhalational—are used, typically involving agents like benzodiazepines or nitrous oxide. In addition to pharmacological options, non-pharmacological methods such as hypnosis are also utilized to reduce patient anxiety and discomfort ( 4 – 6 ). Since the mid-1800s, dentists have utilized pharmacological methods for pain control, beginning with nitrous oxide and ether. However, the limitations of nitrous oxide and the risks associated with general anesthesia led to the development of sedative drugs that allow patients to remain conscious while pain is controlled with local anesthetics. In 1946. Jorgensen and colleagues demonstrated that intravenous administration of pentobarbital, meperidine, and scopolamine provided sedation and analgesia lasting three or more hours ( 7 ). Other drugs used for parenteral sedation include opioids, benzodiazepines, and ultrashort-acting barbiturates, each with varying efficacy and safety claims ( 8 – 10 ). Currently, benzodiazepines, either alone or combined with an opioid or ultrashort-acting anesthetic, are the most frequently used drugs for parenteral sedation in dental outpatients. The use of IV sedation in dentistry has gained significant popularity over recent decades. Along with this popularity, there have been ongoing concerns about deaths associated with conscious sedation and the need for adequate training and guidelines for practitioners and their staff to improve patient safety. Although morbidity and mortality outcomes exist, the extent of adverse outcomes is not clearly documented in the literature. Reliable estimates of morbidity and mortality to substantiate the safety of parenteral sedation administered by dentists are scarce ( 11 ). Clinician surveys often lack scientific rigor and can only be generalized to the sampled practitioner population ( 12 , 13 ). Despite a consensus panel of experts ( 11 ) claiming that the use of sedative and anesthetic drugs in dental offices has a "remarkable record of safety," robust data to support this assertion are lacking. A population-based study conducted in Great Britain from 1970 to 1979 estimated the overall mortality associated with parenteral sedation to be approximately 0.5 to 1 per million procedures ( 14 ). However, the drugs, doses, and clinical practices of 20 to 30 years ago in Great Britain cannot be extrapolated to current use in the United States. A Canadian survey of mortality associated with general anesthesia and deep sedation performed by oral surgeons and dental anesthetists from 1973 to 1995 estimated a mortality rate of 1.4 per million cases ( 15 ). In Turkey, only anesthesiologists are authorized to administer sedation, unlike in many countries where dentists are permitted to do so after proper training( 16 ). This legal framework makes the opinions and practices of Turkish dental professionals particularly significant in understanding the current status and future potential of sedation in dental care. This study aimed to explore the experiences, satisfaction levels, and perceived indications and limitations related to sedation among dentists and dental students in Turkey, with a particular focus on specialty-based differences. 2. Methods A structured, multiple-choice questionnaire consisting of 16 items was specifically developed for this study to assess the attitudes and practices of dentists and dental students in Turkey toward the use of sedation in dental practice. The questionnaire included sections on demographic characteristics, professional experience, sedation history, satisfaction with sedation procedures, and clinical indications for sedation. The initial version of the questionnaire was reviewed by five experts in dental sedation, and revisions were made to enhance clarity and content validity. A pilot study was subsequently conducted to assess the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. The English version of the final questionnaire is provided as Supplementary File 1. Data were collected between May 2024 and February 2025. The questionnaire was distributed both online (via professional networks, academic platforms, and digital communication tools) and in printed form to participants who could be reached in person. All responses were digitized and transferred into a central database for analysis. A total of 379 individuals participated; however, only 374 fully completed questionnaires were included in the final analysis. Inclusion criteria were being a licensed dentist (with or without specialty certification) or a dental student currently enrolled in an accredited program. Exclusion criteria were incomplete or partially filled questionnaires, duplicate submissions, and responses from individuals not practicing or studying dentistry in Turkey. Participants included both specialists and non-specialists. Non-specialists were defined as general dentists without formal specialty certification, most of whom were practicing in private clinics or public dental hospitals. The study was approved by the Clinical Research Ethics Committee of Akdeniz University (Approval no: KAEK-303). The study was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. All participants provided informed consent before participating. 2.1. The statistical method Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages, were used to summarize the data. Relationships between categorical variables were analyzed using Fisher’s exact test when the expected frequency in any cell was below 5. For questions allowing multiple answers, a series of chi-square tests were conducted to examine statistical associations between groups. Statistical significance was set at P < .05. All analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 27. 3. Results Among the survey participants, 50.1% were female and 49.9% were male ( Table 1 ). Table 1 Distribution of Respondents to Survey Questions n % Test Statistic p Gender Female 190 50.1 0.003 0.959 Male 189 49.9 Years of Practice Student 56 14.8 55.472 < 0.001* 20 years 50 13.2 Specialization General Dentist 82 21.6 261.132 < 0.001* Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 100 26.4 Endodontics 28 7.4 Orthodontics 4 1.1 Oral Diagnosis and Radiology 1 0.3 Pedodontics 48 12.7 Periodontology 24 6.3 Prosthodontics 24 6.3 Restorative Dentistry 12 3.2 Student 56 14.8 *P < .05 indicates statistical significance. %: Column percentage In terms of years of professional experience, 14.8% of the participants were students, 32.2% had been working as dentists for less than 5 years, 25.9% for 5–10 years, 14% for 11–20 years, and 13.2% for more than 20 years ( Table 1 ). Regarding the distribution of participants by specialty, 21.6% were general dentists (non-specialists, defined as dentists without formal specialty certification), 26.4% were specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS), 12.7% in Pedodontics, 7.4% in Endodontics, 6.3% in Periodontology, 6.3% in Prosthodontics, 3.2% in Restorative Dentistry, 1.1% in Orthodontics, and 0.3% in Oral Diagnosis and Radiology (ODR). Additionally, 14.8% of the participants were dental students in training. Notably, non-specialists constituted the second largest group in the survey, highlighting their substantial contribution to sedation-related dental care in Turkey ( Table 1 ) . The distribution of participants’ specialties according to their previous experience with performing procedures under sedation is presented in Table 2 . Fisher’s Exact Test was used to assess the association between specialty and prior sedation experience, revealing a statistically significant relationship (P < .05). Specifically, 98.0% of OMS specialists, 90.2% of non-specialists, 78.6% of Endodontics specialists, 91.7% of Pedodontics, Periodontology, and Prosthodontics specialists, and 83.3% of Restorative Dentistry specialists reported previous experience with sedation. In contrast, none of the Orthodontics or ODR specialists indicated such experience ( Table 2 ) . Table 2 Rate of Performing Procedures Under Sedation by Dental Specialty No Yes Specialty n % %D. n % %D. Test Statistic p General Dentist 8 9.8 9.2 74 90.2 25.3 230.331 < 0.001* Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2 2.0 2.3 98 98.0 33.6 Endodontics 6 21.4 6.9 22 78.6 7.5 Orthodontics 4 100.0 4.6 0 0.0 0.0 Oral Diagnosis and Radiology 1 100.0 1.1 0 0.0 0.0 Pedodontics 4 8.3 4.6 44 91.7 15.1 Periodontology 2 8.3 2.3 22 91.7 7.5 Prosthodontics 2 8.3 2.3 22 91.7 7.5 Restorative Dentistry 2 16.7 2.3 10 83.3 3.4 Student 56 100.0 64.4 0 0.0 0.0 * P < .05 indicates statistical significance. %: Row percentage; Column %: Percentage within the "Yes" or "No" sedation experience groups. Regarding satisfaction with procedures performed under sedation, 89.8% of OMS specialists, 72.7% of Endodontics specialists, 63.6% of Pedodontics specialists, 80.0% of Restorative Dentistry specialists, and 52.7% of non-specialists reported being satisfied. Among Periodontology and Prosthodontics specialists, 45.5% expressed satisfaction ( Table 3 ) . Table 3 Patient and Practitioner Satisfaction/Dissatisfaction and Their Reasons According to Dental Specialty General Dentist OMS Endodontics Orthodontics ODR Pedodontics Periodontology Prosthodontics Restorative Dentistry Student n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % Test Statistic p Patient satisfied with the procedure I don't know 33 44.6 10 10.2 6 27.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 16 36.4 12 54.5 12 54.5 2 20.0 0 0.0 48.147 < 0.001* Yes 39 52.7 88 89.8 16 72.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 28 63.6 10 45.5 10 45.5 8 80.0 0 0.0 No 2 2.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Satisfied with the procedure Undecided 34 45.9 8 8.2 10 45.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 14 31.8 8 36.4 10 45.5 2 20.0 0 0.0 60.601 < 0.001* Yes 28 37.8 80 81.6 8 36.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 26 59.1 10 45.5 6 27.3 4 40.0 0 0.0 No 12 16.2 10 10.2 4 18.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 4 9.1 4 18.2 6 27.3 4 40.0 0 0.0 Reason for dentist satisfaction?** Calm patient eased work 23 53.5 64 75.3 8 61.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 29 87.9 12 85.7 7 63.6 3 60.0 0 0.0 78.230 < 0.001* No time pressure improved quality 3 7.0 16 18.8 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 6 18.2 6 42.9 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 I was satisfied because the patient would not remember the procedure 30 69.8 47 55.3 9 69.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 16 48.5 7 50.0 6 54.5 4 80.0 0 0.0 I received positive feedback from the patient 24 55.8 49 57.6 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 9 27.3 6 42.9 2 18.2 4 80.0 0 0.0 Other 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2 14.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Reason for dentist dissatisfaction?** I felt it was risky 16 57.1 7 50.0 4 44.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 6 54.5 5 62.5 5 45.5 3 60.0 0 0.0 39.131 0.123 Under-sedation interfered with work 8 28.6 4 28.6 3 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 7 63.6 3 37.5 4 36.4 1 20.0 0 0.0 Over-sedation interfered with work 7 25.0 8 57.1 2 22.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 2 18.2 2 25.0 4 36.4 4 80.0 0 0.0 The patient experienced pain 10 35.7 4 28.6 2 22.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 2 18.2 6 75.0 4 36.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 Sedation-related complications 5 17.9 2 14.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 5 45.5 2 25.0 3 27.3 3 60.0 0 0.0 * P < .05 indicates statistical significance. **: Multiple responses allowed; analyzed using Chi-square test for multiple comparisons. %: Column percentage. OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology In terms of practitioner satisfaction, 81.6% of OMS specialists, 59.1% of Pedodontics specialists, 45.5% of Periodontology specialists, 27.3% of Prosthodontics specialists, and 40.0% of Restorative Dentistry specialists reported satisfaction ( Table 3 ) . Among those satisfied with procedures under sedation, the most frequently cited reason was the patient's calmness, which facilitated easier treatment. This was reported by 75.3% of OMS specialists, 87.9% of Pedodontics specialists, and 85.7% of Periodontology specialists. The reason "improved treatment quality due to the absence of time constraints" was noted by 18.8% of OMS specialists and 30.8% of Endodontics specialists. The statement "satisfaction due to the patient not remembering the procedure" was most frequently mentioned by non-specialists (69.8%) and OMS specialists (55.3%) ( Table 3 ) . When the reasons for dissatisfaction with sedation were examined, no statistically significant differences were found between the groups (p > 0.05). The perception of risk was most reported by non-specialists (57.1%) and OMS specialists (50.0%) ( Table 3 ) . When the reasons for preferring sedation were examined, the highest rates of preference due to dental anxiety were observed among Pedodontics specialists (81.8%) and OMS specialists (80.4%). Preference due to the gag reflex was most frequently reported by Prosthodontics specialists (90.9%) and Restorative Dentistry specialists (100%). Sedation was preferred due to the complexity and duration of the procedure, most commonly by OMS specialists (37.1%) compared to other groups. Patient request was a prominent reason for sedation preference among OMS specialists (67.0%) and general practitioners (66.7%). Sedation was also preferred to improve patient compliance most frequently by Pedodontics specialists (63.6%) and Periodontology specialists (39.1%) ( Table 4 ) . Table 4 Reasons for Preferring or Not Preferring Sedation by Dental Specialty General Dentist OMS Endodontics Orthodontics ODR Pedodontics Periodontology Prosthodontics Restorative Dentistry Student n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % Test Statistic p Reasons for preferring sedation?** Dental anxiety 54 75.0 78 80.4 13 54.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 36 81.8 14 60.9 9 40.9 5 50.0 0 0.0 398.357 < 0.001* Gag reflex 55 76.4 74 76.3 14 58.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 19 43.2 19 82.6 20 90.9 10 100.0 0 0.0 Procedure complexity/duration 13 18.1 36 37.1 5 20.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 7 15.9 5 21.7 0 0.0 4 40.0 0 0.0 Patient request 48 66.7 65 67.0 7 29.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 8 18.2 10 43.5 8 36.4 7 70.0 0 0.0 To increase procedural comfort 4 5.6 9 9.3 2 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 5 11.4 5 21.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 To increase patient comfort 14 19.4 53 54.6 4 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 9 20.5 6 26.1 1 4.5 2 20.0 0 0.0 To induce amnesia 24 33.3 41 42.3 8 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 14 31.8 5 21.7 5 22.7 3 30.0 0 0.0 To improve patient compliance 7 9.7 18 18.6 6 25.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 28 63.6 9 39.1 6 27.3 4 40.0 0 0.0 Other 0 0.0 0 0.0 2 8.3 2 100.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Reasons for not preferring sedation?** Considered unnecessary 22 27.5 6 6.3 4 16.7 2 50.0 1 100.0 8 17.0 5 21.7 10 41.7 4 36.4 0 0.0 438.221 < 0.001* Considered risky 41 51.3 22 22.9 9 37.5 3 75.0 0 0.0 29 61.7 9 39.1 15 62.5 6 54.5 0 0.0 Additional cost 52 65.0 56 58.3 8 33.3 1 25.0 0 0.0 26 55.3 12 52.2 13 54.2 7 63.6 0 0.0 Lack of resources or facilities 27 33.8 43 44.8 8 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 21 44.7 14 60.9 8 33.3 5 45.5 0 0.0 Organizational difficulty 45 56.3 75 78.1 15 62.5 1 25.0 0 0.0 28 59.6 17 73.9 7 29.2 6 54.5 0 0.0 Not comfortable for the patient 2 2.5 0 0.0 1 4.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 4.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Uncomfortable and time-consuming to perform 18 22.5 23 24.0 9 37.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 13 27.7 7 30.4 11 45.8 4 36.4 0 0.0 * P < .05 indicates statistical significance. **: Multiple responses allowed; analyzed using Chi-square test for multiple comparisons. %: Column percentage. OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology Regarding the reasons for not preferring sedation, the belief that sedation is unnecessary was most common among Oral Diagnosis and Radiology specialists (100%) and Orthodontics specialists (50%). Concerns about the risks associated with sedation were predominantly reported by Orthodontics specialists (75%) and Periodontology specialists (61.7%). Avoidance due to additional cost was most frequently observed among general practitioners (65.0%) and OMS specialists (58.3%). The difficulty of organizing sedation procedures was cited most often by OMS specialists (78.1%) and Periodontology specialists (73.9%) ( Table 4 ) . In approaching patients with dental fear, the most frequently reported response across all specialties was “I try to reassure the patient and reduce their fear.” The second most common response was “My approach does not change,” followed by “I recommend sedation.” The least preferred option was “I try to persuade the patient that sedation is necessary.” (Table 5) . Regarding the approach to patients who request sedation, the majority of participants stated that they accept the request and provide information (31.9%). Other frequently reported approaches included attempting to persuade the patient that sedation is not necessary (24.3%), providing information about potential risks (21.9%), and informing the patient about costs (21.4%) (Table 5) . When asked about opinions on the frequency of sedation administration, the most common response was “It should be performed when indicated” (45.4%). This was followed by “It should be performed as infrequently as possible” (27.2%) and “It should be performed as frequently as possible” (15.3%). The options “It should be performed for every patient” (0.3%) and “It should never be performed” (11.9%) were selected less frequently (Table 5). The majority of participants identified general anesthesia as the riskiest method (63.6%), followed by sedation (34.6%), while only a small minority considered local anesthesia to be risky (1.8%). When analyzed by professional subgroup, specialists reported general anesthesia as the most risky at a higher rate (71%), compared to general dentists (63.4%) and students (67.9%). Notably, sedation was perceived as more risky among general dentists (36.6%) and particularly among pediatric dentists (45.8%). Overall, while general anesthesia was consistently viewed as the riskiest method, certain groups expressed relatively greater concern about sedation. Overall, local anesthesia was considered the most comfortable method to work with by the majority of respondents (67.8%), followed by general anesthesia (22.7%) and sedation (9.5%). The distribution differed by specialty: general dentists (84.1%) and students (71.4%) strongly preferred local anesthesia, while specialists showed a more balanced distribution, reporting comfort with local anesthesia (51%), general anesthesia (28%), and sedation (21%). Pediatric dentists stood out as the group most frequently reporting comfort with general anesthesia (58.3%). These findings indicate that although local anesthesia is broadly favored as the most comfortable method, specialists and pediatric dentists are relatively more accustomed to working under general anesthesia or sedation. When evaluating the information provided regarding pre-sedation nutritional instructions, the highest rate of correct responses concerning the required fasting period prior to sedation was observed among Pedodontics specialists (62.5%), followed by OMS specialists (57%) ( Table 6 ) . Conversely, the incorrect response indicating that the patient “may eat” prior to sedation was most frequently selected by Orthodontics (100%), Oral Diagnosis and Radiology (100%), Students (92.9%), Restorative Dentistry (75%), Prosthodontics (70.8%), Endodontics (64.3%), and Periodontology (62.5%) specialists ( Table 6 ) . Table 6 Knowledge of Pre-Sedation Fasting Duration by Specialty General Dentist OMS Endodontics Orthodontics ODR Pedodontics Periodontology Prosthodontics Restorative Dentistry Student N % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % n % Test Statistic p Before sedation, within a specific time frame, the patient : May eat 55 67.1 43 43.0 18 64.3 4 100.0 1 100.0 18 37.5 15 62.5 17 70.8 9 75.0 52 92.9 58.799 < 0.001* Should not eat 27 32.9 57 57.0 10 35.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 30 62.5 9 37.5 7 29.2 3 25.0 4 7.1 * P < .05 indicates statistical significance, %: Column percentage, OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology Sedation was most frequently considered unsuccessful when the patient spoke (69.6%), vomited (55.8%), or reported pain (55.0%). Additional responses included when the patient opened their eyes (37.3%), moved extremities (29.9%), awakened late (21.7%), or responded to verbal commands (19.3%). Subgroup analysis revealed important differences: students predominantly perceived behavioral indicators such as eye opening (92.9%) and speaking (85.7%) as failure criteria, whereas specialists most often cited pain (70.7%) and vomiting (64.6%). General dentists highlighted speaking (74.4%) and pain (54.9%), while pediatric dentists emphasized vomiting (60.4%) and pain (58.3%). These results suggest that less experienced respondents associate sedation failure with observable behavioral signs, while more experienced clinicians link failure primarily to clinical complications. 4. Discussion Previous studies in literature have primarily focused on the preferences and attitudes of dentists in countries where they are authorized to administer sedation independently. These investigations often explore clinical protocols, indications, and frequency of use in such contexts ( 17 , 18 ). However, there is a notable lack of research examining dentists’ perspectives on sedation administered by anesthesiologists. This distinction is critical, as the decision-making dynamics, perceived control, and clinical comfort may differ significantly when sedation is performed by another professional. The current study contributes to filling this gap by evaluating the opinions and experiences of dentists who collaborate with anesthesiologists for sedation procedures. Prioritizing departments with potentially higher levels of awareness regarding sedation and a greater likelihood of performing procedures under sedation may have led to an imbalance in the distribution of participants across specialties. Accordingly, the majority of participants with prior experience in performing procedures under sedation were general (non-specialist) dentists, followed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons and pedodontists. When comparing specialties, the highest rate of performing procedures under sedation was observed among oral and maxillofacial surgeons. This finding may be attributed to the more complex and painful nature of the procedures performed in this specialty compared to others. Additionally, it is believed that the elevated levels of patient anxiety and the increased preference for sedation among patients treated by oral and maxillofacial surgeons are related to the nature of their clinical practice. Satisfaction with procedures performed under sedation varied by specialty, with the highest levels of satisfaction reported by oral and maxillofacial surgeons (89.8%) and restorative dentistry specialists (80.0%). Pedodontics and endodontics specialists also showed relatively high satisfaction, while periodontology and prosthodontics reported lower rates. These findings are likely reflective of the procedural demands of each specialty; for instance, surgical and pediatric procedures often require patient immobility, anxiety control, and longer treatment times—factors that sedation effectively addresses. Practitioner satisfaction followed a similar pattern, with oral surgeons again leading (81.6%), followed by pedodontists (59.1%). The primary reason for satisfaction was the patient's calmness, which was consistently cited by all high-satisfaction specialties. This aligns with previous literature emphasizing sedation’s role in facilitating smoother, more controlled procedures in anxious or pediatric patients. Interestingly, the perception that the procedure was more comfortable due to the patient's amnesia was most frequently cited by general practitioners (69.8%) and oral surgeons (55.3%). This suggests that, for non-specialists, the psychological benefits of sedation—such as reduced patient recall and improved cooperation—may play a larger role in clinical satisfaction. In contrast, dissatisfaction rates were not statistically different across groups; however, the most common concern was the perceived risk of sedation, particularly among general dentists (57.1%) and oral surgeons (50.0%). This indicates that even among experienced users, concerns about safety persist, highlighting the need for ongoing training and confidence-building in sedation protocols. Preferences for sedation varied notably across specialties and were closely linked to the nature of clinical procedures and patient characteristics. Dental anxiety was the most commonly cited reason for sedation preference, particularly among pedodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, which is consistent with their frequent management of anxious or pediatric patients. The gag reflex was a significant factor for prosthodontics and restorative dentistry specialists, likely due to the prosthetic and intraoral nature of their work. The complexity and duration of procedures also influenced sedation preference, especially among oral surgeons. In contrast, the belief that sedation is unnecessary was most prevalent among orthodontics and oral radiology specialists—fields typically involving non-invasive procedures. Risk perception, additional cost, and organizational difficulties were also key deterrents, particularly among general practitioners and surgical specialists, highlighting both systemic and perceptual barriers to sedation use. Dentists’ approaches to patients with dental fear reveal a generally conservative and patient-centered attitude. Most participants reported attempting to reassure the patient, rather than immediately suggesting sedation, indicating a preference for non-pharmacological management as the first line of response. The low rate of responses favoring persuading patients that sedation is necessary suggests a hesitancy to impose sedation unless strongly indicated, possibly due to ethical considerations, perceived risk, or institutional limitations. When faced with patients who actively request sedation, most dentists indicated they accept the request and provide information. However, a substantial portion still aimed to discourage its use by discussing necessity, risks, or costs. This reflects a nuanced decision-making process in which clinical judgment is balanced with patient autonomy and safety concerns. Opinions on the frequency of sedation administration were similarly balanced. Nearly half of the participants supported sedation “when indicated,” highlighting a selective and indication-based approach. The relatively low preference for universal or zero use of sedation suggests that dentists recognize both the benefits and limitations of sedation, advocating for its use when clinically appropriate rather than routinely or never. The findings regarding pre-sedation fasting instructions reveal notable gaps in knowledge among certain specialties. Pedodontics and oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists demonstrated the highest awareness of proper fasting protocols, likely due to their more frequent involvement in procedures requiring sedation or general anesthesia. In contrast, orthodontists, radiologists, and students were most likely to provide incorrect information—particularly the belief that patients may eat prior to sedation. This misunderstanding may stem from routine dental practice norms, where patients undergoing procedures under local anesthesia are often advised to have eaten beforehand to avoid hypoglycemia or vasovagal reactions. However, this conventional guidance does not apply to sedation, where fasting is a critical safety requirement. The misapplication of local anesthesia protocols to sedation contexts highlights a lack of differentiation in clinical decision-making and underscores the need for targeted education on pre-sedation management, especially in specialties where sedation is used infrequently. Moreover, the pharmacological dimension of sedation was only indirectly captured in this survey. Given that Turkish anesthesiologists are exclusively responsible for administering sedation in dental settings( 16 ), variations in agent selection (e.g., benzodiazepines, propofol, ketamine, dexmedetomidine) and dosing strategies may strongly influence dentists’ perceptions and experiences. Future studies should integrate more detailed pharmacological data to enhance clinical relevance for anesthesia-focused audiences. This study has several limitations that should be taken into account when interpreting the findings. First, the distribution of participants across specialties was uneven, with a greater representation from general practitioners, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and pedodontists. This imbalance may have introduced sampling bias and limited the generalizability of the results to all dental disciplines. Second, the nature, complexity, and sedation suitability of dental procedures vary substantially between specialties, which likely influenced the reported frequency and attitudes toward sedation. Additionally, the procedures performed under sedation were carried out by different clinicians, and the level of sedation administered was not standardized. Variations in the sedation protocols and working styles of the anesthesiologists involved further contributed to inconsistencies in participants’ clinical experiences. Another important limitation relates to the type of patient population. Some participants may have primarily treated pediatric patients, while others focused on adult populations, which could affect sedation preferences, anxiety management strategies, and clinical decision-making. Additionally, the use of a self-reported online questionnaire is inherently subject to several forms of bias, including recall bias, social desirability bias, and subjective interpretation of clinical scenarios. 5. Conclusions This study reveals notable variations in sedation practices, awareness, and attitudes among dental professionals from different specialties. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Pedodontics specialists were more likely to have prior experience with sedation and reported higher levels of satisfaction, reflecting their greater exposure to complex or anxiety-provoking procedures. In contrast, specialties less involved in invasive interventions demonstrated limited familiarity and lower confidence with sedation protocols. The findings also underline discrepancies in pre-sedation knowledge—particularly regarding fasting requirements—highlighting a need for clearer education and training in sedation-related protocols. Preferences for and against sedation varied based on clinical experience, perceived risks, organizational challenges, and patient factors, suggesting that decision-making is shaped by both individual and systemic considerations. Given these results, it is essential to promote interdisciplinary collaboration between dentists and anesthesiologists, while also expanding formal education on sedation techniques during dental training. Establishing consistent institutional guidelines could contribute to safer and more efficient sedation practices, ultimately improving both the practitioner’s confidence and patient outcomes. Abbreviations OMS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ODR Oral Diagnosis and Radiology Declarations Conflicts of Interest: None Clinical Trial Registration Not applicable Funding: This research received no specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors. Author Contribution F.O. conceived and designed the study. F.O. and H.B. contributed to data collection and interpretation. H.B. performed the statistical analysis. H.B. drafted the manuscript. Both authors critically revised the manuscript and approved the final version. Acknowledgements: None Data Availability The datasets used and/or analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author on reasonable request. References Craig DC, Boyle CA, Fleming GJ, Palmer P. A sedation technique for implant and periodontal surgery. J Clin Periodontology: Case Rep. 2000;27(12):955–9. González-Lemonnier S, Bovaira-Forner M, Peñarrocha-Diago M, Peñarrocha-Oltra D. 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Background","content":"\u003cp\u003eDental procedures commonly provoke anxiety in patients, characterized by apprehension, physical tension, and autonomic nervous system activation (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR1\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e). Effective anxiety control before and during dental treatments is crucial for ensuring safety and enhancing patient and surgeon satisfaction (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR2\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR3\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e). Dentists typically use local anesthesia, either through local infiltration or block anesthesia. However, while local anesthesia provides adequate pain relief, lengthy and complex treatments can be uncomfortable for fully conscious patients who must keep their mouths open for extended periods (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR1\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSedation, ranging from minimal levels to general anesthesia, is a valuable approach for facilitating challenging dental procedures. It enables patients to better tolerate unpleasant interventions while maintaining vital functions such as spontaneous ventilation and cardiovascular stability. Various administration routes\u0026mdash;oral, parenteral, or inhalational\u0026mdash;are used, typically involving agents like benzodiazepines or nitrous oxide. In addition to pharmacological options, non-pharmacological methods such as hypnosis are also utilized to reduce patient anxiety and discomfort (\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR5\" citationid=\"CR4\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR6\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e6\u003c/span\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince the mid-1800s, dentists have utilized pharmacological methods for pain control, beginning with nitrous oxide and ether. However, the limitations of nitrous oxide and the risks associated with general anesthesia led to the development of sedative drugs that allow patients to remain conscious while pain is controlled with local anesthetics. In 1946. Jorgensen and colleagues demonstrated that intravenous administration of pentobarbital, meperidine, and scopolamine provided sedation and analgesia lasting three or more hours (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR7\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e7\u003c/span\u003e). Other drugs used for parenteral sedation include opioids, benzodiazepines, and ultrashort-acting barbiturates, each with varying efficacy and safety claims (\u003cspan additionalcitationids=\"CR9\" citationid=\"CR8\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e8\u003c/span\u003e\u0026ndash;\u003cspan citationid=\"CR10\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e10\u003c/span\u003e). Currently, benzodiazepines, either alone or combined with an opioid or ultrashort-acting anesthetic, are the most frequently used drugs for parenteral sedation in dental outpatients.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe use of IV sedation in dentistry has gained significant popularity over recent decades. Along with this popularity, there have been ongoing concerns about deaths associated with conscious sedation and the need for adequate training and guidelines for practitioners and their staff to improve patient safety. Although morbidity and mortality outcomes exist, the extent of adverse outcomes is not clearly documented in the literature. Reliable estimates of morbidity and mortality to substantiate the safety of parenteral sedation administered by dentists are scarce (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR11\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e11\u003c/span\u003e). Clinician surveys often lack scientific rigor and can only be generalized to the sampled practitioner population (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR12\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e12\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR13\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e13\u003c/span\u003e). Despite a consensus panel of experts (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR11\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e11\u003c/span\u003e) claiming that the use of sedative and anesthetic drugs in dental offices has a \"remarkable record of safety,\" robust data to support this assertion are lacking. A population-based study conducted in Great Britain from 1970 to 1979 estimated the overall mortality associated with parenteral sedation to be approximately 0.5 to 1 per million procedures (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR14\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e14\u003c/span\u003e). However, the drugs, doses, and clinical practices of 20 to 30 years ago in Great Britain cannot be extrapolated to current use in the United States. A Canadian survey of mortality associated with general anesthesia and deep sedation performed by oral surgeons and dental anesthetists from 1973 to 1995 estimated a mortality rate of 1.4 per million cases (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR15\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e15\u003c/span\u003e).\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Turkey, only anesthesiologists are authorized to administer sedation, unlike in many countries where dentists are permitted to do so after proper training(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR16\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e16\u003c/span\u003e). This legal framework makes the opinions and practices of Turkish dental professionals particularly significant in understanding the current status and future potential of sedation in dental care.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis study aimed to explore the experiences, satisfaction levels, and perceived indications and limitations related to sedation among dentists and dental students in Turkey, with a particular focus on specialty-based differences.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"2. Methods","content":"\u003cp\u003eA structured, multiple-choice questionnaire consisting of 16 items was specifically developed for this study to assess the attitudes and practices of dentists and dental students in Turkey toward the use of sedation in dental practice. The questionnaire included sections on demographic characteristics, professional experience, sedation history, satisfaction with sedation procedures, and clinical indications for sedation. The initial version of the questionnaire was reviewed by five experts in dental sedation, and revisions were made to enhance clarity and content validity. A pilot study was subsequently conducted to assess the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. The English version of the final questionnaire is provided as Supplementary File 1.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eData were collected between May 2024 and February 2025. The questionnaire was distributed both online (via professional networks, academic platforms, and digital communication tools) and in printed form to participants who could be reached in person. All responses were digitized and transferred into a central database for analysis. A total of 379 individuals participated; however, only 374 fully completed questionnaires were included in the final analysis.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInclusion criteria were being a licensed dentist (with or without specialty certification) or a dental student currently enrolled in an accredited program. Exclusion criteria were incomplete or partially filled questionnaires, duplicate submissions, and responses from individuals not practicing or studying dentistry in Turkey.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParticipants included both specialists and non-specialists. Non-specialists were defined as general dentists without formal specialty certification, most of whom were practicing in private clinics or public dental hospitals.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The study was approved by the Clinical Research Ethics Committee of Akdeniz University (Approval no: KAEK-303). The study was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. All participants provided informed consent before participating.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"Sec3\" class=\"Section2\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003e2.1. The statistical method\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescriptive statistics, including frequencies and percentages, were used to summarize the data. Relationships between categorical variables were analyzed using Fisher\u0026rsquo;s exact test when the expected frequency in any cell was below 5. For questions allowing multiple answers, a series of chi-square tests were conducted to examine statistical associations between groups. Statistical significance was set at P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05. All analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 27.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"3. Results","content":"\u003cp\u003eAmong the survey participants, 50.1% were female and 49.9% were male \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab1\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e).\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab1\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 1\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDistribution of Respondents to Survey Questions\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/caption\u003e\u003ccolgroup cols=\"10\"\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest Statistic\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c9\" namest=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ep\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGender\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFemale\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e190\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e50.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.003\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.959\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMale\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e189\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e49.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYears of Practice\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e56\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e55.472\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001*\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;5 years\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e122\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e32.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u0026ndash;10 years\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e98\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e11\u0026ndash;20 years\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e53\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026thinsp;20 years\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e50\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e13.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecialization\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral Dentist\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e82\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e21.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e261.132\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001*\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOral and Maxillofacial Surgery\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e26.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e28\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePedodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e48\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e12.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriodontology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e24\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProsthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e24\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorative Dentistry\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e12\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e56\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c5\" namest=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c6\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/colgroup\u003e\u003ctfoot\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"10\"\u003e*P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05 indicates statistical significance. %: Column percentage\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tfoot\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn terms of years of professional experience, 14.8% of the participants were students, 32.2% had been working as dentists for less than 5 years, 25.9% for 5\u0026ndash;10 years, 14% for 11\u0026ndash;20 years, and 13.2% for more than 20 years \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab1\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e).\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding the distribution of participants by specialty, 21.6% were general dentists (non-specialists, defined as dentists without formal specialty certification), 26.4% were specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS), 12.7% in Pedodontics, 7.4% in Endodontics, 6.3% in Periodontology, 6.3% in Prosthodontics, 3.2% in Restorative Dentistry, 1.1% in Orthodontics, and 0.3% in Oral Diagnosis and Radiology (ODR). Additionally, 14.8% of the participants were dental students in training. Notably, non-specialists constituted the second largest group in the survey, highlighting their substantial contribution to sedation-related dental care in Turkey \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab1\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e1\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe distribution of participants\u0026rsquo; specialties according to their previous experience with performing procedures under sedation is presented in Table\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab2\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e. Fisher\u0026rsquo;s Exact Test was used to assess the association between specialty and prior sedation experience, revealing a statistically significant relationship (P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05). Specifically, 98.0% of OMS specialists, 90.2% of non-specialists, 78.6% of Endodontics specialists, 91.7% of Pedodontics, Periodontology, and Prosthodontics specialists, and 83.3% of Restorative Dentistry specialists reported previous experience with sedation. In contrast, none of the Orthodontics or ODR specialists indicated such experience \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab2\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e2\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab2\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 2\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRate of Performing Procedures Under Sedation by Dental Specialty\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/caption\u003e\u003ccolgroup cols=\"9\"\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c4\" namest=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"3\" nameend=\"c7\" namest=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialty\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%D.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%D.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest Statistic\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ep\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral Dentist\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e74\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e90.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e230.331\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001*\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOral and Maxillofacial Surgery\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e98\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e98.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e33.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEndodontics\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e21.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e78.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrthodontics\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePedodontics\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e44\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e91.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e15.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriodontology\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e91.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProsthodontics\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e91.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRestorative Dentistry\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e16.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e83.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudent\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e56\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e64.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/colgroup\u003e\u003ctfoot\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"9\"\u003e* P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05 indicates statistical significance. %: Row percentage; Column %: Percentage within the \"Yes\" or \"No\" sedation experience groups.\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tfoot\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding satisfaction with procedures performed under sedation, 89.8% of OMS specialists, 72.7% of Endodontics specialists, 63.6% of Pedodontics specialists, 80.0% of Restorative Dentistry specialists, and 52.7% of non-specialists reported being satisfied. Among Periodontology and Prosthodontics specialists, 45.5% expressed satisfaction \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab3\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab3\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 3\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatient and Practitioner Satisfaction/Dissatisfaction and Their Reasons According to Dental Specialty\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/caption\u003e\u003ccolgroup cols=\"24\"\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c11\" colnum=\"11\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c12\" colnum=\"12\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c13\" colnum=\"13\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c14\" colnum=\"14\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c15\" colnum=\"15\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c16\" colnum=\"16\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c17\" colnum=\"17\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c18\" colnum=\"18\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c19\" colnum=\"19\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c20\" colnum=\"20\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c21\" colnum=\"21\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c22\" colnum=\"22\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c23\" colnum=\"23\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c24\" colnum=\"24\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c4\" namest=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral Dentist\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOMS\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c8\" namest=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c12\" namest=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eODR\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c14\" namest=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePedodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c16\" namest=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriodontology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c18\" namest=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProsthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c20\" namest=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorative Dentistry\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c22\" namest=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" 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know\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e33\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e44.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e27.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" 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morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReason for dentist satisfaction?**\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalm patient eased work\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e23\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e53.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e64\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e75.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e61.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" 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colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\" morerows=\"2\" rowspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReason for dentist dissatisfaction?**\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eI felt it was risky\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e16\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e57.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e50.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e44.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e54.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e62.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e45.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e60.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e39.131\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.123\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder-sedation interfered with work\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e28.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e28.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e33.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e63.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e37.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e20.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver-sedation interfered with work\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e57.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e80.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe patient experienced pain\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e35.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e28.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e75.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSedation-related complications\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e17.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e45.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e27.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e60.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/colgroup\u003e\u003ctfoot\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"24\"\u003e* P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05 indicates statistical significance. **: Multiple responses allowed; analyzed using Chi-square test for multiple comparisons.\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"24\"\u003e%: Column percentage. OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tfoot\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn terms of practitioner satisfaction, 81.6% of OMS specialists, 59.1% of Pedodontics specialists, 45.5% of Periodontology specialists, 27.3% of Prosthodontics specialists, and 40.0% of Restorative Dentistry specialists reported satisfaction \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab3\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those satisfied with procedures under sedation, the most frequently cited reason was the patient's calmness, which facilitated easier treatment. This was reported by 75.3% of OMS specialists, 87.9% of Pedodontics specialists, and 85.7% of Periodontology specialists. The reason \"improved treatment quality due to the absence of time constraints\" was noted by 18.8% of OMS specialists and 30.8% of Endodontics specialists. The statement \"satisfaction due to the patient not remembering the procedure\" was most frequently mentioned by non-specialists (69.8%) and OMS specialists (55.3%) \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab3\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen the reasons for dissatisfaction with sedation were examined, no statistically significant differences were found between the groups (p\u0026thinsp;\u0026gt;\u0026thinsp;0.05). The perception of risk was most reported by non-specialists (57.1%) and OMS specialists (50.0%) \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab3\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e3\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen the reasons for preferring sedation were examined, the highest rates of preference due to dental anxiety were observed among Pedodontics specialists (81.8%) and OMS specialists (80.4%). Preference due to the gag reflex was most frequently reported by Prosthodontics specialists (90.9%) and Restorative Dentistry specialists (100%). Sedation was preferred due to the complexity and duration of the procedure, most commonly by OMS specialists (37.1%) compared to other groups. Patient request was a prominent reason for sedation preference among OMS specialists (67.0%) and general practitioners (66.7%). Sedation was also preferred to improve patient compliance most frequently by Pedodontics specialists (63.6%) and Periodontology specialists (39.1%) \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab4\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab4\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 4\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eReasons for Preferring or Not Preferring Sedation by Dental Specialty\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/caption\u003e\u003ccolgroup cols=\"24\"\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c11\" colnum=\"11\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c12\" colnum=\"12\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c13\" colnum=\"13\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c14\" colnum=\"14\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c15\" colnum=\"15\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c16\" colnum=\"16\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c17\" colnum=\"17\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c18\" colnum=\"18\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c19\" colnum=\"19\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c20\" colnum=\"20\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c21\" colnum=\"21\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c22\" colnum=\"22\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c23\" colnum=\"23\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c24\" colnum=\"24\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c4\" namest=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral Dentist\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOMS\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c8\" namest=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c12\" namest=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eODR\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c14\" namest=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePedodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c16\" namest=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriodontology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c18\" namest=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProsthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c20\" namest=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorative Dentistry\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c22\" namest=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest Statistic\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ep\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\" morerows=\"3\" rowspan=\"4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReasons for preferring sedation?**\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eDental anxiety\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e54\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e75.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e78\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e80.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e13\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e54.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e81.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e60.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e40.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e50.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e398.357\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001*\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGag reflex\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e55\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e76.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e74\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e76.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e58.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e19\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e43.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e19\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e82.6\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e20\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e90.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProcedure complexity/duration\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e13\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e37.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e20.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e15.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e21.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" 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align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e21\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e44.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e14\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e60.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e33.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e45.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" 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colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUncomfortable and time-consuming to perform\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e22.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e23\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e24.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e37.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e13\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e27.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e30.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e11\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e45.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e36.4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/colgroup\u003e\u003ctfoot\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"24\"\u003e* P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05 indicates statistical significance. **: Multiple responses allowed; analyzed using Chi-square test for multiple comparisons.\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"24\"\u003e%: Column percentage. OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tfoot\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegarding the reasons for not preferring sedation, the belief that sedation is unnecessary was most common among Oral Diagnosis and Radiology specialists (100%) and Orthodontics specialists (50%). Concerns about the risks associated with sedation were predominantly reported by Orthodontics specialists (75%) and Periodontology specialists (61.7%). Avoidance due to additional cost was most frequently observed among general practitioners (65.0%) and OMS specialists (58.3%). The difficulty of organizing sedation procedures was cited most often by OMS specialists (78.1%) and Periodontology specialists (73.9%) \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab4\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e4\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn approaching patients with dental fear, the most frequently reported response across all specialties was \u0026ldquo;I try to reassure the patient and reduce their fear.\u0026rdquo; The second most common response was \u0026ldquo;My approach does not change,\u0026rdquo; followed by \u0026ldquo;I recommend sedation.\u0026rdquo; The least preferred option was \u0026ldquo;I try to persuade the patient that sedation is necessary.\u0026rdquo; \u003cb\u003e(Table\u0026nbsp;5)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Regarding the approach to patients who request sedation, the majority of participants stated that they accept the request and provide information (31.9%). Other frequently reported approaches included attempting to persuade the patient that sedation is not necessary (24.3%), providing information about potential risks (21.9%), and informing the patient about costs (21.4%) \u003cb\u003e(Table\u0026nbsp;5)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen asked about opinions on the frequency of sedation administration, the most common response was \u0026ldquo;It should be performed when indicated\u0026rdquo; (45.4%). This was followed by \u0026ldquo;It should be performed as infrequently as possible\u0026rdquo; (27.2%) and \u0026ldquo;It should be performed as frequently as possible\u0026rdquo; (15.3%). The options \u0026ldquo;It should be performed for every patient\u0026rdquo; (0.3%) and \u0026ldquo;It should never be performed\u0026rdquo; (11.9%) were selected less frequently \u003cb\u003e(Table\u0026nbsp;5).\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe majority of participants identified general anesthesia as the riskiest method (63.6%), followed by sedation (34.6%), while only a small minority considered local anesthesia to be risky (1.8%). When analyzed by professional subgroup, specialists reported general anesthesia as the most risky at a higher rate (71%), compared to general dentists (63.4%) and students (67.9%). Notably, sedation was perceived as more risky among general dentists (36.6%) and particularly among pediatric dentists (45.8%). Overall, while general anesthesia was consistently viewed as the riskiest method, certain groups expressed relatively greater concern about sedation.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall, local anesthesia was considered the most comfortable method to work with by the majority of respondents (67.8%), followed by general anesthesia (22.7%) and sedation (9.5%). The distribution differed by specialty: general dentists (84.1%) and students (71.4%) strongly preferred local anesthesia, while specialists showed a more balanced distribution, reporting comfort with local anesthesia (51%), general anesthesia (28%), and sedation (21%). Pediatric dentists stood out as the group most frequently reporting comfort with general anesthesia (58.3%). These findings indicate that although local anesthesia is broadly favored as the most comfortable method, specialists and pediatric dentists are relatively more accustomed to working under general anesthesia or sedation.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen evaluating the information provided regarding pre-sedation nutritional instructions, the highest rate of correct responses concerning the required fasting period prior to sedation was observed among Pedodontics specialists (62.5%), followed by OMS specialists (57%) \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab5\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e6\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e. Conversely, the incorrect response indicating that the patient \u0026ldquo;may eat\u0026rdquo; prior to sedation was most frequently selected by Orthodontics (100%), Oral Diagnosis and Radiology (100%), Students (92.9%), Restorative Dentistry (75%), Prosthodontics (70.8%), Endodontics (64.3%), and Periodontology (62.5%) specialists \u003cb\u003e(\u003c/b\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan refid=\"Tab5\" class=\"InternalRef\"\u003e6\u003c/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e)\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gridtable\"\u003e\u003ctable float=\"Yes\" id=\"Tab5\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ccaption language=\"En\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionNumber\"\u003eTable 6\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"CaptionContent\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnowledge of Pre-Sedation Fasting Duration by Specialty\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/caption\u003e\u003ccolgroup cols=\"24\"\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c1\" colnum=\"1\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c2\" colnum=\"2\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c3\" colnum=\"3\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c4\" colnum=\"4\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c5\" colnum=\"5\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c6\" colnum=\"6\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c7\" colnum=\"7\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c8\" colnum=\"8\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c9\" colnum=\"9\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c10\" colnum=\"10\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c11\" colnum=\"11\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c12\" colnum=\"12\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c13\" colnum=\"13\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c14\" colnum=\"14\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c15\" colnum=\"15\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c16\" colnum=\"16\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c17\" colnum=\"17\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c18\" colnum=\"18\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c19\" colnum=\"19\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c20\" colnum=\"20\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c21\" colnum=\"21\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c22\" colnum=\"22\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c23\" colnum=\"23\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv align=\"left\" class=\"colspec\" colname=\"c24\" colnum=\"24\"\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c4\" namest=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral Dentist\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c6\" namest=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOMS\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c8\" namest=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eEndodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c10\" namest=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c12\" namest=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eODR\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c14\" namest=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePedodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c16\" namest=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriodontology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c18\" namest=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eProsthodontics\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c20\" namest=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorative Dentistry\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colspan=\"2\" nameend=\"c22\" namest=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003cth align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/th\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eN\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003en\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e%\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest Statistic\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ep\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c1\" morerows=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore sedation, within a specific time frame, the patient\u003c/b\u003e:\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMay eat\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e55\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e67.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e43\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e43.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e64.3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e100.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e18\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e37.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e15\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e62.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e17\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e70.8\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e75.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e52\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e92.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e58.799\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;0.001*\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c2\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eShould not eat\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e27\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c4\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e32.9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c5\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e57\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e57.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c7\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c8\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e35.7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c9\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c10\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c11\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c12\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e0.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e30\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c14\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e62.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c15\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e9\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c16\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e37.5\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c17\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c18\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e29.2\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c19\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e3\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c20\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e25.0\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c21\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e4\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c22\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.1\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c23\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003ctd align=\"left\" colname=\"c24\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tbody\u003e\u003c/colgroup\u003e\u003ctfoot\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"24\"\u003e* P\u0026thinsp;\u0026lt;\u0026thinsp;.05 indicates statistical significance, %: Column percentage, OMS: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ODR: Oral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/td\u003e\u003c/tr\u003e\u003c/tfoot\u003e\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSedation was most frequently considered unsuccessful when the patient spoke (69.6%), vomited (55.8%), or reported pain (55.0%). Additional responses included when the patient opened their eyes (37.3%), moved extremities (29.9%), awakened late (21.7%), or responded to verbal commands (19.3%). Subgroup analysis revealed important differences: students predominantly perceived behavioral indicators such as eye opening (92.9%) and speaking (85.7%) as failure criteria, whereas specialists most often cited pain (70.7%) and vomiting (64.6%). General dentists highlighted speaking (74.4%) and pain (54.9%), while pediatric dentists emphasized vomiting (60.4%) and pain (58.3%). These results suggest that less experienced respondents associate sedation failure with observable behavioral signs, while more experienced clinicians link failure primarily to clinical complications.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"4. Discussion","content":"\u003cp\u003ePrevious studies in literature have primarily focused on the preferences and attitudes of dentists in countries where they are authorized to administer sedation independently. These investigations often explore clinical protocols, indications, and frequency of use in such contexts (\u003cspan citationid=\"CR17\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e17\u003c/span\u003e, \u003cspan citationid=\"CR18\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e18\u003c/span\u003e). However, there is a notable lack of research examining dentists\u0026rsquo; perspectives on sedation administered by anesthesiologists. This distinction is critical, as the decision-making dynamics, perceived control, and clinical comfort may differ significantly when sedation is performed by another professional. The current study contributes to filling this gap by evaluating the opinions and experiences of dentists who collaborate with anesthesiologists for sedation procedures.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrioritizing departments with potentially higher levels of awareness regarding sedation and a greater likelihood of performing procedures under sedation may have led to an imbalance in the distribution of participants across specialties. Accordingly, the majority of participants with prior experience in performing procedures under sedation were general (non-specialist) dentists, followed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons and pedodontists. When comparing specialties, the highest rate of performing procedures under sedation was observed among oral and maxillofacial surgeons. This finding may be attributed to the more complex and painful nature of the procedures performed in this specialty compared to others. Additionally, it is believed that the elevated levels of patient anxiety and the increased preference for sedation among patients treated by oral and maxillofacial surgeons are related to the nature of their clinical practice.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Satisfaction with procedures performed under sedation varied by specialty, with the highest levels of satisfaction reported by oral and maxillofacial surgeons (89.8%) and restorative dentistry specialists (80.0%). Pedodontics and endodontics specialists also showed relatively high satisfaction, while periodontology and prosthodontics reported lower rates. These findings are likely reflective of the procedural demands of each specialty; for instance, surgical and pediatric procedures often require patient immobility, anxiety control, and longer treatment times\u0026mdash;factors that sedation effectively addresses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractitioner satisfaction followed a similar pattern, with oral surgeons again leading (81.6%), followed by pedodontists (59.1%). The primary reason for satisfaction was the patient's calmness, which was consistently cited by all high-satisfaction specialties. This aligns with previous literature emphasizing sedation\u0026rsquo;s role in facilitating smoother, more controlled procedures in anxious or pediatric patients.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the perception that the procedure was more comfortable due to the patient's amnesia was most frequently cited by general practitioners (69.8%) and oral surgeons (55.3%). This suggests that, for non-specialists, the psychological benefits of sedation\u0026mdash;such as reduced patient recall and improved cooperation\u0026mdash;may play a larger role in clinical satisfaction.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn contrast, dissatisfaction rates were not statistically different across groups; however, the most common concern was the perceived risk of sedation, particularly among general dentists (57.1%) and oral surgeons (50.0%). This indicates that even among experienced users, concerns about safety persist, highlighting the need for ongoing training and confidence-building in sedation protocols.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreferences for sedation varied notably across specialties and were closely linked to the nature of clinical procedures and patient characteristics. Dental anxiety was the most commonly cited reason for sedation preference, particularly among pedodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, which is consistent with their frequent management of anxious or pediatric patients. The gag reflex was a significant factor for prosthodontics and restorative dentistry specialists, likely due to the prosthetic and intraoral nature of their work. The complexity and duration of procedures also influenced sedation preference, especially among oral surgeons. In contrast, the belief that sedation is unnecessary was most prevalent among orthodontics and oral radiology specialists\u0026mdash;fields typically involving non-invasive procedures. Risk perception, additional cost, and organizational difficulties were also key deterrents, particularly among general practitioners and surgical specialists, highlighting both systemic and perceptual barriers to sedation use.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDentists\u0026rsquo; approaches to patients with dental fear reveal a generally conservative and patient-centered attitude. Most participants reported attempting to reassure the patient, rather than immediately suggesting sedation, indicating a preference for non-pharmacological management as the first line of response. The low rate of responses favoring persuading patients that sedation is necessary suggests a hesitancy to impose sedation unless strongly indicated, possibly due to ethical considerations, perceived risk, or institutional limitations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen faced with patients who actively request sedation, most dentists indicated they accept the request and provide information. However, a substantial portion still aimed to discourage its use by discussing necessity, risks, or costs. This reflects a nuanced decision-making process in which clinical judgment is balanced with patient autonomy and safety concerns.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpinions on the frequency of sedation administration were similarly balanced. Nearly half of the participants supported sedation \u0026ldquo;when indicated,\u0026rdquo; highlighting a selective and indication-based approach. The relatively low preference for universal or zero use of sedation suggests that dentists recognize both the benefits and limitations of sedation, advocating for its use when clinically appropriate rather than routinely or never.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe findings regarding pre-sedation fasting instructions reveal notable gaps in knowledge among certain specialties. Pedodontics and oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists demonstrated the highest awareness of proper fasting protocols, likely due to their more frequent involvement in procedures requiring sedation or general anesthesia. In contrast, orthodontists, radiologists, and students were most likely to provide incorrect information\u0026mdash;particularly the belief that patients may eat prior to sedation.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis misunderstanding may stem from routine dental practice norms, where patients undergoing procedures under local anesthesia are often advised to have eaten beforehand to avoid hypoglycemia or vasovagal reactions. However, this conventional guidance does not apply to sedation, where fasting is a critical safety requirement. The misapplication of local anesthesia protocols to sedation contexts highlights a lack of differentiation in clinical decision-making and underscores the need for targeted education on pre-sedation management, especially in specialties where sedation is used infrequently.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoreover, the pharmacological dimension of sedation was only indirectly captured in this survey. Given that Turkish anesthesiologists are exclusively responsible for administering sedation in dental settings(\u003cspan citationid=\"CR16\" class=\"CitationRef\"\u003e16\u003c/span\u003e), variations in agent selection (e.g., benzodiazepines, propofol, ketamine, dexmedetomidine) and dosing strategies may strongly influence dentists\u0026rsquo; perceptions and experiences. Future studies should integrate more detailed pharmacological data to enhance clinical relevance for anesthesia-focused audiences.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis study has several limitations that should be taken into account when interpreting the findings. First, the distribution of participants across specialties was uneven, with a greater representation from general practitioners, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and pedodontists. This imbalance may have introduced sampling bias and limited the generalizability of the results to all dental disciplines. Second, the nature, complexity, and sedation suitability of dental procedures vary substantially between specialties, which likely influenced the reported frequency and attitudes toward sedation. Additionally, the procedures performed under sedation were carried out by different clinicians, and the level of sedation administered was not standardized. Variations in the sedation protocols and working styles of the anesthesiologists involved further contributed to inconsistencies in participants\u0026rsquo; clinical experiences.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnother important limitation relates to the type of patient population. Some participants may have primarily treated pediatric patients, while others focused on adult populations, which could affect sedation preferences, anxiety management strategies, and clinical decision-making. Additionally, the use of a self-reported online questionnaire is inherently subject to several forms of bias, including recall bias, social desirability bias, and subjective interpretation of clinical scenarios.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"5. Conclusions","content":"\u003cp\u003eThis study reveals notable variations in sedation practices, awareness, and attitudes among dental professionals from different specialties. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Pedodontics specialists were more likely to have prior experience with sedation and reported higher levels of satisfaction, reflecting their greater exposure to complex or anxiety-provoking procedures. In contrast, specialties less involved in invasive interventions demonstrated limited familiarity and lower confidence with sedation protocols.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe findings also underline discrepancies in pre-sedation knowledge\u0026mdash;particularly regarding fasting requirements\u0026mdash;highlighting a need for clearer education and training in sedation-related protocols. Preferences for and against sedation varied based on clinical experience, perceived risks, organizational challenges, and patient factors, suggesting that decision-making is shaped by both individual and systemic considerations.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiven these results, it is essential to promote interdisciplinary collaboration between dentists and anesthesiologists, while also expanding formal education on sedation techniques during dental training. Establishing consistent institutional guidelines could contribute to safer and more efficient sedation practices, ultimately improving both the practitioner\u0026rsquo;s confidence and patient outcomes.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"Abbreviations","content":"\u003cdiv class=\"DefinitionList\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"DefinitionListEntry\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"Term\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOMS\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"Description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOral and Maxillofacial Surgery\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"DefinitionListEntry\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"Term\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eODR\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"Description\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOral Diagnosis and Radiology\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},{"header":"Declarations","content":"\u003ch2\u003eConflicts of Interest:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Trial Registration\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot applicable\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFunding:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis research received no specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthor Contribution\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eF.O. conceived and designed the study. F.O. and H.B. contributed to data collection and interpretation. H.B. performed the statistical analysis. H.B. drafted the manuscript. Both authors critically revised the manuscript and approved the final version.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAcknowledgements:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eData Availability\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe datasets used and/or analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author on reasonable request.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"References","content":"\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraig DC, Boyle CA, Fleming GJ, Palmer P. A sedation technique for implant and periodontal surgery. J Clin Periodontology: Case Rep. 2000;27(12):955\u0026ndash;9.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGonz\u0026aacute;lez-Lemonnier S, Bovaira-Forner M, Pe\u0026ntilde;arrocha-Diago M, Pe\u0026ntilde;arrocha-Oltra D. 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Pediatr Dent. 2011;33(4):352\u0026ndash;9.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ol\u003e"}],"fulltextSource":"","fullText":"","funders":[],"hasAdminPriorityOnWorkflow":false,"hasManuscriptDocX":true,"hasOptedInToPreprint":true,"hasPassedJournalQc":"","hasAnyPriority":false,"hideJournal":false,"highlight":"","institution":"","isAcceptedByJournal":false,"isAuthorSuppliedPdf":false,"isDeskRejected":"","isHiddenFromSearch":false,"isInQc":false,"isInWorkflow":false,"isPdf":false,"isPdfUpToDate":true,"isWithdrawnOrRetracted":false,"journal":{"display":true,"email":"[email protected]","identity":"bmc-oral-health","isNatureJournal":false,"hasQc":true,"allowDirectSubmit":false,"externalIdentity":"ohea","sideBox":"Learn more about [BMC Oral Health](http://bmcoralhealth.biomedcentral.com/)","snPcode":"","submissionUrl":"https://www.editorialmanager.com/ohea/default.aspx","title":"BMC Oral Health","twitterHandle":"BMC_series","acdcEnabled":true,"dfaEnabled":false,"editorialSystem":"em","reportingPortfolio":"BMC Series","inReviewEnabled":true,"inReviewRevisionsEnabled":true},"keywords":"Dental sedation, Practitioner perspectives, Clinical decision-making","lastPublishedDoi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-7506312/v1","lastPublishedDoiUrl":"https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7506312/v1","license":{"name":"CC BY 4.0","url":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"},"manuscriptAbstract":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground: \u003c/strong\u003eIn most countries, dentists with appropriate training may provide minimal or moderate sedation, while anesthesiologists are involved in deeper techniques. In Turkey, however, all dental sedation is exclusively administered by anesthesiologists, placing dentists in a unique position as decision-makers and patient communicators rather than providers. Understanding their views is therefore highly relevant to general dentistry and dental education, as it reflects how practitioners adapt to a system where sedation is externally delivered.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethods: \u003c/strong\u003eA validated 16-item multiple-choice questionnaire was administered both online and in printed form to dentists and dental students across Turkey between May 2024 and February 2025. A total of 374 participants who completed the questionnaire in full were included in the study.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResults:\u003c/strong\u003e The majority of participants had previous experience with sedation-assisted procedures, particularly specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (98.0%) and non-specialist dentists (90.2%). Satisfaction rates with procedures performed under sedation were highest among Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (89.8%) and Restorative Dentistry (80.0%) specialists. The most common reason for satisfaction was the patient’s calmness during the procedure. Sedation was most frequently preferred due to dental anxiety (especially in Pedodontics, 81.8%) and the gag reflex (particularly in Prosthodontics, 90.9%).\u003cbr\u003e\nThe most reported barrier to sedation use was organizational difficulty and cost. A notable proportion of participants (45.4%) stated that sedation should be applied when clinically indicated, while only 0.3% believed it should be applied to every patient.\u003cbr\u003e\nKnowledge regarding pre-sedation fasting protocols was highest among Pedodontics specialists (62.5%), while many participants, particularly from Orthodontics and Oral Diagnosis \u0026amp; Radiology, provided incorrect responses.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusions:\u003c/strong\u003e The findings highlight varying degrees of experience, satisfaction, and knowledge related to sedation among dental professionals in Turkey. Sedation practices appear influenced by specialty-specific needs, clinical exposure, and logistical constraints. 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