Table 2: Participants’ gender preferences for dentists in various circumstances.

Male Female No Preference
Generally, I preferred to be treated by a dentist who is: 286 (28.6%) 252 (25.2%) 462 (46.2%)
For dental surgery, I prefer a dentist who is: 426 (42.6%) 211 (21.1%) 363 (36.3%)
For cosmetic dentistry, I prefer a dentist who is: 273 (27.3%) 327 (32.7%) 400 (40.0%)
I prefer for my child (my future child) to be treated by a dentist who is: 257 (25.7%) 279 (27.9%) 464 (46.4%)