Conscious sedation in dentistry: knowledge and practice among dental professionals in Tanzania.
Nicco SalesKarpal Singh SohalJeremiah Robert MoshySira Stanslaus OwibingireDavid K DeoglasPaulo J LaizerPublished in: Journal of dental anesthesia and pain medicine (2021)
Most dental professionals in Tanzania have basic knowledge of sedation in dentistry, although knowledge regarding sedative agents is generally low. The practice of sedation in dentistry in Tanzania is very low compared to that in middle- and high-income countries. Inadequate knowledge, lack of equipment, and the cost of practicing sedation are the main reasons for not practicing sedation.