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. 2025 Feb 19;17(Suppl 1):S397–S399. doi: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1809_24

Table 1.

Knowledge, attitude, and practice assessment of the participants

Statement Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Yes/No/Maybe
I am aware of what electric toothbrushes are. 5 (1.7%) 15 (5.0%) 26 (8.6%) 152 (50.4%) 67 (22.1%)
I understand how electric toothbrushes can enhance oral hygiene. 6 (2.0%) 10 (3.3%) 34 (11.3%) 124 (41.0%) 82 (27.2%)
I can explain how electric toothbrushes improve oral hygiene practices. 4 (1.3%) 12 (4.0%) 36 (12.0%) 148 (48.9%) 102 (33.8%)
I am familiar with the types of electric toothbrushes available 8 (2.6%) 15 (5.0%) 26 (8.6%) 160 (52.9%) 93 (30.8%)
I believe that electric toothbrushes can significantly enhance oral hygiene. 5 (1.7%) 15 (5.0%) 26 (8.6%) 151 (50.0%) 105 (34.8%)
I feel confident in recommending electric toothbrushes to patients. 7 (2.3%) 20 (6.6%) 60 (19.9%) 124 (41.0%) 91 (30.1%)
I think patients would be more engaged in their oral care if electric toothbrushes were used. 6 (2.0%) 12 (4.0%) 38 (12.6%) 150 (49.7%) 96 (31.8%)
Have you recommended electric toothbrushes to patients? Yes: 117 (38.7%) No: 185 (61.3%)
Do you plan to incorporate electric toothbrush discussions in the future? Yes: 213 (70.5%) No: 89 (29.5%)
Are you comfortable discussing electric toothbrushes with patients? Yes: 115 (38.1%) No: 187 (61.9%)