Shedding light on the problem: Proficiency and maintenance practices of light-curing units among dental assistants.

Background: Proper light curing is crucial for the success of restorative dentistry and to bond brackets to teeth, yet the responsibility is often delegated to dental assistants (DAs). This study assessed the proficiency and maintenance protocols of DAs when using light-curing units (LCUs) in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: Self-administered questionnaires were distributed to practicing DAs.

Knowledge and Attitude of Dental Clinicians towards Light-Curing Units: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Objectives: Light curing is crucial when applying composite resin restorations. Complete polymerization of the resin depends on delivering adequate light energy to it. Dental clinicians may be unaware of the importance of proper light-curing techniques.