Analysis of the Use of Routine Technologies for the Oral Cavity Diseases Prevention in the Practice of Dentists

Dental diseases are the most widespread non-communicable diseases. Although most of them are preventable, they remain a significant population health challenge, a serious public health problem, and an economic burden globally. The aim of the study: To study the use of routine technologies for the oral cavity diseases prevention by dentists. Materials and methods: A retrospective cross-section study was conducted. During 2024, 152 dentists in Ivano-Frankivsk region were surveyed according to the original author's program. Research results: It was found that dentists do not pay enough attention to the prevention of oncological diseases of the maxillofacial area. They do not properly screen the oral mucosa (50.0%) and lymph nodes of the head and neck (78.9%), do not advise patients on the regularity and necessity of preventive visits to the dentist (55.9%), most of them do not have information materials on these issues in their facilities or on their social media pages. It was established that dentists do not sufficiently advise their patients on the frequency and technique of brushing their teeth (54.6%) and the choice of oral hygiene products (48.0%), not all of them regularly undergo preventive dental check-ups (13.8%) and do not take into account modern guidelines when choosing oral hygiene products (26.3-72.4%). Conclusions: More attention should be paid to the prevention of dental diseases in the practice and educational programs for dentists.