Abstract Introduction: Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) in young children while playing in schools are a common concern due to their high frequency and complex treatment. A complete loss of a tooth due to avulsion from its socket is the most severe form of dental injury and requires prompt and effective treatment for a favorable outcome. As first responders, teachers in the schools must be equipped with basic first-aid knowledge to handle such emergencies. Aim: This study aims to evaluate primary schoolteachers about their knowledge, attitude, and awareness of dental injuries and regarding their ability to provide basic care in children. Clinical Significance: Teachers who are aware of the immediate care required after dental trauma help increase the success of the subsequent definitive treatment, like tooth reimplantation, which helps to minimize long-term dental morbidity in children. Materials and Methods: This study is designed as a cross-sectional questionnaire-based study which was conducted on 250 teachers in various schools located in urban and rural areas in Jaipur district. Results: About 85.8% of teachers did not believe that they could manage dental trauma in children themselves, and 82.7% of teachers agreed and felt the need for a seminar and training for the management of such kind of injuries. Conclusion: Teachers lack TDI management knowledge and seek training in dental emergencies. It is also recommended to incorporate trauma management into teacher education and first-aid courses, emphasizing practical scenarios.
Dang et al. (Tue,) studied this question.