Assessing Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety among Dental Health Practitioners in North Central Nigeria

This study assessed the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) regarding infection control, sanitation, and safety among dental health practitioners in North Central Nigeria. A cross-sectional descriptive design was used, involving 416 dental health practitioners from eight dental clinics. Results showed inadequate knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding infection control, with only 33.2% recognizing the importance of hand hygiene, 24.0% acknowledging the essential role of PPE, and 50.0% believing infection control is important. Practices like hand hygiene (28.9%) and PPE use (25.5%) were inadequate. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to improve infection control practices and patient safety in dental clinics.