Oral Health Knowledge and Practice Among Italian General Practitioners

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This cross-sectional observational survey aims to measure the knowledge, clinical practices, and attitudes of General Practitioners in Italy regarding oral health and its associations with systemic diseases. An anonymous 35-question online questionnaire will be distributed nationally to licensed Italian GPs, focusing on their familiarity with periodontal disease, recognition of oral signs, and interdisciplinary collaboration with dental professionals. The survey also explores background education, risk factors such as smoking and diabetes, and terminology related to periodontitis. Data analysis will describe current practices and perceived importance of oral-systemic links, providing insight into gaps and potential educational needs.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Licensed General Practitioners currently practicing in Italy
* Ability to understand and complete the questionnaire in Italian
* Voluntary agreement to participate after reading study information and providing informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Physicians not currently practicing as General Practitioners
* Incomplete questionnaire responses
* Duplicate submissions
* Participants who decline informed consent

Where it's running

• Sapienza università di Roma
  Roma, Rm, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Fabrizio Guerra
• Email: fabrizio.guerra@uniroma1.it
• Phone: 3283150627

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.