Dental Treatments under General Anesthesia at the Pediatric Dentistry of Pusan National University Dental Hospital from 2014 to 2023
10.5933/JKAPD.2025.52.1.35
- Author:
Yuri JEONG
1
;
Jonghyun SHIN
;
Soyoung PARK
;
Taesung JEONG
;
Eungyung LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Research Institute, Pusan National University Dental Hospital, Yangsan, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:
Journal of Korean Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
2025;52(1):35-45
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
This study analyzed dental treatments under general anesthesia at the Department of Pediatric Dentistry of Pusan National University Dental Hospital from 2014 to 2023. The study results indicated an increased use of general anesthesia, primarily for younger patients, highlighting the increasing need for specialized healthcare professionals in pediatric dentistry. The study population predominantly consisted of male patients and those residing in Gyeongsangnam-do province. The most common treatment for dental caries was restorative, followed by surgical procedures and orthodontic interventions. The number of surgical procedures abruptly increased after 2020. However, pulp treatments and restorations using stainless steel or zirconia crowns decreased over time, with increased resin restorations. Individuals with disabilities more frequently undergo repeat dental procedures under general anesthesia, indicating potential barriers to access for this population. This study emphasizes the need for comprehensive and equitable dental care for all individuals, particularly those with disabilities. Future research should focus on expanding the scope of the analysis to include multiple institutions and exploring long-term outcomes of patients receiving dental treatment under general anesthesia to inform policy development and best practices in pediatric dentistry.
