General Public Perceptions and Knowledge on Tooth Bleaching in Riyadh, KSA
Journal Title: The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 71, Issue 3
Abstract
<span>Objective: </span><span>To assess the perceptions and knowledge on tooth bleaching among general public in 5 different areas in Riyadh, KSA.<br /> </span><span>Method: </span><span>We assessed a population sample of 300 individuals aged between 15 and 65 years old resident in Riyadh region (2016). We used frequency distribution and Chi-square test to investigate the association between socio-demographic factors and knowledge/use of bleaching products.<br /> </span><span>Results</span><span>: The sample is consisted of 66.7% of males and 33.3% of females. 83.3% of the respondents reported knowing bleaching products and advertisements seemed to be the most popular source of information (65.2%). However only 53.1% reported using bleaching products. Most respondents tried using bleaching products at home (86%), while only 9% undergone tooth bleaching treatment in dental clinics. The commonest reason reported for bleaching was to improve esthetics (66.7%). Data analysis showed that knowledge of bleaching in Riyadh City is not related to gender, nationality, education and occupation (p >0.05).<br /> </span><span>Conclusion: </span><span>Large majority of patients were not happy with the appearance of their teeth, the main complaint being the color. Most of the patients knew that bleaching is a treatment option to improve dental aesthetics, and those who knew only half tried the treatment. More efforts are needed by the dental professions<br /> </span>
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Eman Helal
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