Oral hygiene practices among paramedical staff of a private dental institution in India
Journal Title: RSBO - Year 2013, Vol 10, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: Health promotion in dentistry is targeted at the two most common oral diseases – dental caries and periodontal disease. The maintenance of good oral hygiene is considered to be a central issue in oral health promotion. Objective: To assess the oral hygiene practices among paramedical staff of a private dental institution in India. Material and methods: A cross sectional questionnaire survey was undertaken among 100 paramedical staff of a private dental institution in Mangalore, India. Data was collected by using self designed questionnaire. Results: About 49% of the subjects brushed thrice with soft toothbrush and 55% changed their tooth brush once in 3 months. About 77% of them cleaned their tongue either by tongue cleaner, toothbrush or finger and 82% of the subjects used tooth paste. About 56% of the subjects had never used dental floss. Majority of the subjects (56%) visited the dentist only when required. Conclusion: Oral hygiene practices among the paramedical staff were poor.
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Amith Holenarasipur Vasanthakumar , Audrey Madonna D’Cruz , Shahima Samad , Shanima , Shazmi Hasan Dhinda , Sheikh Mohammad Mansib , Shreya Nayak
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