Assessing the preparedness of dental professionals for bioterrorism events: protocol of a scoping review on knowledge gaps and strategies

Maria Inês Guimarães; Yasmine Chiadmi; Mariana Sá; Maria Teresa Moreira; Inês Lopes Cardoso

doi:10.62741/ahrj.v2i4.71

Authors

Maria Inês Guimarães
Yasmine Chiadmi Universidade Fernando Pessoa
Mariana Sá
Maria Teresa Moreira Escola Superior de Saúde Fernando Pessoa
Inês Lopes Cardoso 5RISE-Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University Fernando Pessoa, Fernando Pessoa Teaching and Culture Foundation, Rua Carlos da Maia 296, 4200-150 Porto, Portugal;

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62741/ahrj.v2i4.71

Keywords:

bioterrorism, dental health services, dentists, dental care, emergency response.

Abstract

Background: Forensic dentistry and bioterrorism are distinct concepts, yet they are connected through the role forensic dentistry plays in identifying victims and analysing biological threats. This review explores their intersection and significance, considering the available training, protocols, and preventive measures.

Methods: A scoping review will be performed according to Joanna Briggs Institute methodology. Scientific databases as well as grey literature will be used and the following keywords will be applied: bioterrorism, dental health services, dentists, dental care, emergency response.

Results: This scoping review will include studies concerning the goal of this review.

Conclusions: This scoping review will enhance our understanding concerning dental practice and bioterrorism in a forensic context. According to the available data, it will help implement guidelines for dental preparedness. This protocol was registered with the Open Science Framework.

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