International Journal of Dentistry Research 2025; 10(3): 110-113 DOI:10.31254/dentistry.2025.10307
A Study Explores Pediatric Dentist’s Opg Prescription Prevalence, Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Across Maharashtra, India
Abhilasha Bhalekar1 , Devendra Patil1 , Farhin Katge1 , Manohar Poojari2,3,3 , Parin Bhanushali1
1. Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Terna Dental College, Navi Mumbai- 400706 Maharashtra, India
2. Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Terna Dental College, Navi Mumbai- 400706 Maharashtra, India
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Received: 25th September, 2025 / Revised: 1st January, 1970 / Accepted: 13th January, 2026 / Published : 17th January, 2026
Background: Panoramic radiography is widely used in pediatric dentistry for comprehensive assessment of dental and maxillofacial structures. However, variability in prescription practices and awareness of radiation safety principles necessitates evaluation of pediatric dentists’ knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding orthopantomogram use in children. Aim: To evaluate the Prevalence of prescribing Orthopantomogram (OPG) in children by Pediatric Dentists. Material and Methods: The study was a survey-based study. A questionnaire was distributed to Pediatric Dentists from State of Maharashtra in a google form format. Responses to the google form were collected, analyzed and results were drawn. Chi-square test was done to statistically analyze the data, and the significance level was set at 0.05. Result: OPG is prescribed for 5-10 times a month by pediatric dentists with more than 35 years of age which showed statistically significant difference. Not only age of dentists but the results based on years of experience were also statistically significant. Conclusion: According to this study, there is no adherence to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines regarding radiographic examination in child and best quality OPG machine should be incorporated in practice along with additional training for Pediatric dentists to get the best diagnostic tool for precise planning and smooth examination method in children.
Orthopantomogram, Pediatric Dentist, Dental radiography.
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Abhilasha B, Devendra P, Farhin K, Manohar P, Parin B. A Study Explores Pediatric Dentist’s Opg Prescription Prevalence, Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Across Maharashtra, India.Int J Dent Res 2025;10(3):110-114. doi:10.31254/dentistry.2025.10307
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