AWARENESS ABOUT RECENT MATERIALS USED IN MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHESIS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE DENTAL STUDENTS IN NADIAD - A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY.

Aim & Background: The purpose of this study was to gauge dental students' knowledge of new developments in materials used in maxillofacial prostheses. Patients find maxillofacial abnormalities unsightly, and they may have detrimental effects on their physical and physiological well-being as well as significant social, familial, and mental health issues. The quality of life of the patient is impacted by maxillofacial prosthesis. Multiple materials, methods, and clinical strategies have been employed in the field of maxillofacial prosthesis. Materials & Methods: A set of 10 questionnaires was created and an online survey was conducted among Faculty of Dental Science students. A statistical analysis was conducted on the survey responses, which were completed by 100 students. Results: 57% of students did not know about the latest developments in maxillofacial prosthesis materials, according to the data. Though 57% of students were unaware of its qualities, 59% of them were aware of silicone block polymer. Of the students, 53% were not familiar with polyphosphazenes. A-2186 (Factor 11) and silphenylenes were unknown to 56% of respondents. The creation of new materials is deemed necessary for the future of maxillofacial prostheses by 78% of students. Conclusion: The study highlights this fact, highlighting the students' ignorance of recent developments in the materials used in craniofacial prostheses. More awareness must be raised about new developments in maxillofacial prosthesis through seminars, CDE programs, and interactive lectures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]