Objective:
1. To compare the Biomedical waste practices among the young and experienced dental practitioners.
2. To compare the Biomedical waste practices between the MDS and BDS practitioners.
Aim of the study: To assess the knowledge, attitude and practices on Bio-medical waste management
among practicing dentists in Visakhapatnam city.
Materials and methods: The present cross sectional questionnaire study was conducted in Visakhapatnam city. The study sample included 41 graduate and 248 postgraduate practitioners. The survey was scheduled to spread over a period of 15 days. Data was collected by using self-administered questionnaire.
Results: Of 289 (100%) study participants, 241 (83.4%) were males and 48 (16.6%) were females. Among 289(100%) study participants, more than three‑fourth, i.e., 241 (88.4%) knew about BM waste generation and legislation, whereas 23 (6.8%) each did not know and were not aware of it.
Conclusion: There is a good level of knowledge and awareness about BM waste generation hazards, legislation, and management among health care personnel in Bengaluru city. Regular monitoring and training are still required at all levels, and there is a need for continuing dental education on dental waste management practices to these dental practitioners.
