Dentists' perceptions of a new local anaesthetic drug - Articaine

Abstract

Background: Articaine is a new local anaesthetic drug introduced to the Australian dental market. The aim of this study was to elicit information regarding the use of articaine in Australia, and factors that influence attitudes towards adoption of new technology. Methods: A self-administered postal questionnaire was sent to a stratified systematic sample of dentists who were members of the Australian Dental Association, with questions regarding details about articaine use and how influences such as education and scientific literature affect their adoption of new technology. Results: Of the sample, 53% responded and over 70% of dentists surveyed used articaine, with 95% and 97% of respondents..