Acceptance of COVID-19 Vaccine amongst Dental Health Professionals

Dr. V. Pranavi Aishwarya

Abstract: An online survey was conducted amongst dental health professionals in a college and its associated hospital in Bengaluru, India regarding their awareness and acceptance of covid 19 Vaccine. This Survey included all levels of dental professionals, that is, 2nd 3rd 4th year undergraduate, 1st, 2nd, 3rd year postgraduate students, Interns, general and specialized dentists. A total of 109 individuals took part in this e-survey over a 5 day period. Half of the people were definitely going to take the vaccine. More than quarter said they might or might not take the vaccine while the remaining percentage of people said they definitely won’t take the vaccine.

Keywords: COVID-19 Vaccine, Dentistry, Dental Students, Survey, Acceptance of Vaccine