Awareness of Deep Margin Elevation among Various Dental Specialists in Saudi Arabia

Deep margin elevation (DME) with direct restorations streamlines the process of creating indirect restorations. However, there is limited information on the current awareness of DME among practicing dentists in Saudi Arabia. This study aimed to assess the knowledge of DME among dentists and its association with demographics, education, and practice environment. An online survey was conducted using Google Forms, targeting dental specialists working in clinical and academic settings across Saudi Arabia. The survey collected demographic details and assessed familiarity with the concept of deep-margin elevation. Findings revealed that 85% of respondents were aware of DME, with 50% relying on multiple sources for information, and 87% preferred the use of adhesive restorations for margin elevation. Years of professional experience, especially among recent graduates, was a consistent predictor of knowledge. Other demographic associations showed minimal predictive value (R² between 0.01 and 0.1). The participants in this study demonstrated a solid understanding of DME, which is likely influenced by the growing demand for conservative approaches in the Saudi dental population. Further research is suggested to confirm these findings.