Table 4 Non-clinical factors affecting the choice of the antibiotic course prescribed by the surveyed dentists for dental implant procedures

■ Patient's preference

25

■ Reading scientific materials (e.g., books, articles, internet)

86.6

■ Knowledge gained during undergraduate or postgraduate training

86

■ Attending courses and lectures

84.9

■ Availability in the nearby pharmacy

24.4

■ Advertisement (free samples, medical representatives, ... etc)

16.3

■ Cost of the antibiotic

36

■ Recommended by other colleagues

43

■ Effectiveness and previous experience with the drug

84.3