The Extent of Knowledge and Awareness among Teachers in Saudi Arabian Elementary Schools about Managing Dental Trauma
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Introduction: Dental trauma in children is a common health issue, often occurring in school settings. Immediate and
proper management by schoolteachers is critical to reducing complications. Conducted in various regions. Objective: The
study aimed to assess the knowledge and awareness levels regarding the emergency management of dental trauma among
elementary school teachers in Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Saudi
Arabia from July to December 2025. Participants were recruited through social media platforms including Twitter, Instagram,
Snapchat, WhatsApp, and Facebook. Inclusion criteria involved Saudi elementary schoolteachers from all regions who
agreed to complete the questionnaire. Exclusion criteria included non-teachers, individuals outside Saudi Arabia, and those
unwilling to participate. The minimum sample size was calculated to be 384, based on a 95% confidence level and 5%
margin of error. Results: The study involved 895 Saudi Arabian elementary school teachers recruited from all regions of
Saudi Arabia. Most participants were female (73.7%), married
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