Assessment of Oral Hygiene Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices among Medical Students in a Medical College in the State of Telangana: A Cross-sectional Survey
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Dental Advancements - Year 2018, Vol 10, Issue 1
Abstract
Context: This is a knowledge, attitude, and practices model of analyzing the knowledge of oral hygiene aids, performance, and measures among medical students. Aim: The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of oral hygiene among medical students aged 17–35 years. Materials and Methods: 500 medical students of various grades were included in the study. Pre-tested structured closed-ended questionnaire was given to each student in their classrooms. All the questions regarding oral hygiene were filled by the students in 15-min duration. Results: 95.4% of subjects agree that oral health is important for general health. 69.4% of the participant’s brush their teeth once daily, 28.4% of them brush twice daily, and 64.0% of the participants prefer combined type of motion. 49.0% individuals change their toothbrush once in 2–3 months. 92.2% of subjects change their brushes in 2–3 months. Conclusion: The knowledge regarding oral hygiene w as satisfactory except knowledge about dental floss. Visiting a dentist is still not considered a preventive dental behavior.
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Jagadish Reddy G, Suchithra K, Abhinav A, Ravikiran V
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