The use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaire
Abstract Background The aim of the study to investigate the accessibility and frequency of use of magnification systems in endodontics and to evaluate the economic and logistical factors. Methods A survey comprising of 34 questions, created in Survey Monkey, was sent to 874 clinicians. The survey co...
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| description | Abstract Background The aim of the study to investigate the accessibility and frequency of use of magnification systems in endodontics and to evaluate the economic and logistical factors. Methods A survey comprising of 34 questions, created in Survey Monkey, was sent to 874 clinicians. The survey consisted of three main sections: demographic information, the use of magnification systems, and financial factors. Descriptive analysis and chi-square tests were performed. Results Of the participants, 42.3% were endodontists, and 57.7% were postgraduate students in endodontics. Nearly 26.1%, 32.7%, and 41.1% reported using a dental operating microscope (DOM), a loupe, and no magnification system, respectively. When asked how long it would take to recoup the cost of the DOM, considering additional charges or patient preferences, the most common response (40%) was 1–2 years. Conclusion Although the use of magnification systems has become quite widespread today, it is important to increase their use further. The procurement and use of DOMs have not created a long-term financial burden for clinicians. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-1e2b972d1ab94a609631f347d5e27db62025-08-20T02:48:12ZengBMCBMC Oral Health1472-68312025-02-0125111210.1186/s12903-025-05599-xThe use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaireGülsen Kiraz0Ayşe İbiloğlu1Arzu Kaya Mumcu2Safa Kurnaz3Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Kutahya Health Sciences UniversityDepartment of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Kutahya Health Sciences UniversityDepartment of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Kutahya Health Sciences UniversityDepartment of Endodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Kutahya Health Sciences UniversityAbstract Background The aim of the study to investigate the accessibility and frequency of use of magnification systems in endodontics and to evaluate the economic and logistical factors. Methods A survey comprising of 34 questions, created in Survey Monkey, was sent to 874 clinicians. The survey consisted of three main sections: demographic information, the use of magnification systems, and financial factors. Descriptive analysis and chi-square tests were performed. Results Of the participants, 42.3% were endodontists, and 57.7% were postgraduate students in endodontics. Nearly 26.1%, 32.7%, and 41.1% reported using a dental operating microscope (DOM), a loupe, and no magnification system, respectively. When asked how long it would take to recoup the cost of the DOM, considering additional charges or patient preferences, the most common response (40%) was 1–2 years. Conclusion Although the use of magnification systems has become quite widespread today, it is important to increase their use further. The procurement and use of DOMs have not created a long-term financial burden for clinicians.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-025-05599-xDental operating microscope, endodontistLoupeMagnification systemsPostgraduate students |
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| title | The use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaire |
| title_full | The use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaire |
| title_fullStr | The use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaire |
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| title_short | The use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists: results of a questionnaire |
| title_sort | use of magnification in endodontic treatments by endodontists results of a questionnaire |
| topic | Dental operating microscope, endodontist Loupe Magnification systems Postgraduate students |
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