Awareness, knowledge and behavior of medical students and teachers towards oral hygiene- A questionnaire study
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Dentistry - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: The aim of the study is to evaluate and compare the awareness, knowledge and behaviour of medical students and teaching staff towards oral health. Materials and Method: A cross sectional questionnaire survey was conducted among 192 medical trainees and teaching professionals in Nanded. The study sample consisted of 60 interns, 40 Postgraduate trainees and 80 teaching faculty. They were asked to answer a questionnaire that contained 21 questions regarding awareness, knowledge and behaviour towards oral health. Responses were collected and the data analysis was done.Descriptive statistics and Pearson’s Chi square test were performed for the comparison of the correct responses among the groups. Results: Majority of medical students were practicing good oral hygiene methods. 46.6% of the interns, 82.5% of the PG’s and 95% of faculty knew that scaling does not have any adverse effect on teeth (P<0.001). Almost 62% of the sample is not sure about how much amount of toothpaste is needed for brushing. Variable frequency of brushing was observed among the groups (P<0.001). Statistically significant variations were observed on the responses of the study subjects about knowledge of systemic and local conditions affecting Oral health. Conclusion: Overall percentage of correct responses in the study was 77.04% suggesting good knowledge, awareness and behaviour of the sample towards oral hygiene. Attendance of dental clinical postings, regular visits to dentists may further improve the personal dental care and knowledge of the trainees which are the future faculties.
Authors and Affiliations
Arun P Nagrik, Bhawana A Bhagat, Sainath L Maidapwad
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