Knowledge, practices and regulatory challenges associated with portable handheld dental x-ray devices utilization among Indonesian dentists: a cross-sectional study

Nurrachman, Aga Satria and Ramadhani, Nastiti Faradilla and Wilujeng, Septia A. and Mazlan, Lailatul H. and Saputra, Deny and Ghazali, Ahmad Badruddin (2025) Knowledge, practices and regulatory challenges associated with portable handheld dental x-ray devices utilization among Indonesian dentists: a cross-sectional study. Journal of Dentomaxillofacial Science, 10 (3). pp. 123-128. ISSN 2503-0817 E-ISSN 2503-0825

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Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge of Indonesian dentists regarding the usage, safety practices, and regulatory frameworks for portable handheld dental X-ray devices. Material and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among dentists in Surabaya, Indonesia, between June and October 2024. A total of 1,770 dentists were invited to participate via an online questionnaire, with 184 completing the survey (10.4% response rate). The validated questionnaire assessed knowledge across 12 fields, each with subpoints. A Likert index percentage formula was used to quantify knowledge, and logistic regression analysis explored correlations between knowledge levels and professional characteristics. Results: Dentists’ overall knowledge was moderately low (44.9%). Ownership of handheld devices was associated with lower knowledge of licensing requirements (OR=0.089, p=0.002), radiation protective equipment (OR=0.122, p=0.016), and acrylic shielding plates (OR=0.214, p=0.041). Years of practice positively correlated with interest in purchasing devices (OR=2.230, p=0.020). Conclusion: Despite their benefits, portable handheld dental X-ray devices pose risks without proper training and adherence to regulations. Targeted education, standardized training, and regulatory clarity are essential to ensure safe and compliant use in clinical practice

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Dental radiography, Diagnostic, health services, radiation safety, safety regulations, x-rays
Subjects:	R Medicine > RK Dentistry R Medicine > RK Dentistry > RK318 Oral and Dental Medicine. Pathology. Diseases-Therapeutics-General Works R Medicine > RK Dentistry > RK529 Oral Surgery-General Works
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Dentistry Kulliyyah of Dentistry > Department of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Diagnosis
Depositing User:	Dr Ahmad Badruddin Ghazali
Date Deposited:	02 Oct 2025 12:10
Last Modified:	02 Oct 2025 12:10
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/123470

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