scholarly journals Distribution of Malocclusion and Occlusal Traits among Tibetan Adolescents residing in Nepal

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 28-31
Author(s):  
Saujanya Karki ◽  
Umesh Parajuli ◽  
Nischal Kunwar ◽  
Kunsang Namgyal ◽  
Khamsum Wangdu
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Social Adjustment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Considerable Impact

Introduction: Malocclusion is the irregularity of teeth and is considered as oral health problem. Though etiology of malocclusion is multifactorial, it has considerable impact on the self esteem and social adjustment of an individual.Objective: To determine the prevalence of malocclusion and to assess the association between Angle classification of malocclusion and occlusal traits.Materials & Method: A cross sectional study was conducted among 138 Tibetan students of grade 8-12 were selected. Students with history of orthodontic treatment were excluded from the study. Data was recorded and analyzed using SPSS 17.0 and chi square test was used to evaluate the association between Angle classification of malocclusion and occlusal traits.Result: The prevalence of malocclusion was found to be Angle’s Class I (52.90%), Angle’s Class II (5.10%) and Angle’s Class III (9.40%). Occlusal traits such as overbite, increased overjet, openbite, crossbite, displacement and hypodontia was found to be 5.79%, 10.8%, 10.86%, 9.42%, 50,72% and 4.34% respectively.Conclusion: The prevalence of malocclusion among Tibetan adolescent was found to be higher. Hence, oral health awareness, preventive procedures and promotional programs need to be more emphasized.

scholarly journals Study of magnitude and socio-demographic factors associated with anaemia among children of a school for mentally challenged in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (7) ◽  
pp. 3141
Author(s):  
Pritish K. Raut ◽  
Shubhada S. Avachat ◽  
Sachin Gupta ◽  
Rutuja D. Pundkar
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Feeding Problems ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Under Nutrition ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors

Background: Anaemia is one of the important silent morbidity in childhood that affects the development of a child. Disabled children are more vulnerable for nutritional problems like under-nutrition or anaemia due to inadequate nutrient intake either due to feeding problems or poor feeding knowledge among care providers. However there are very few studies regarding nutritional problems of intellectually disabled. The aims of the study were to assess the nutritional status and magnitude of anaemia among mentally challenged children and to study the socio-demographic variables associated with anaemia among them.Methods: A Cross sectional study was conducted in a Day School for mentally challenged in Ahmednagar. All 45 children (Day scholars) were enrolled in the study. Data collection was done using a predesigned proforma for detail history. Anthropometric measurements and Body mass index were used for assessment of nutritional status. Haemoglobin estimation was done by using Sahali's Haemoglobinometer. The details of socioeconomic status and intelligence quotient (I.Q.) were taken from the official records of the school. Percentages, proportions and Chi square test were used for Statistical Analysis.Results: The mean age was 12.5 years, mean IQ was 37.8. More than half of the children were undernourished (64% had BMI<18.5). Mean Haemoglobin was 10.3 and 33 (73%) children were suffering from mild to moderate anaemia. Significant association was observed between degree of mental retardation and anaemia.Conclusions: Majority of mentally challenged children in our study were suffering from under nutrition and anaemia.

scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge and practice of oral health among nursing and pharmacy students

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 4339
Author(s):  
Chetanjit Baruah ◽  
Alpana P. Rabha ◽  
Hiranya Saikia
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health And Wellbeing ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: Oral health is an integral part of general health and wellbeing of an individual at every stage of life. Good oral health knowledge is a requisite criterion for good oral health related behavior. So, this study was done to assess knowledge and practice about oral health and whether there is any difference of knowledge and practice about it among nursing and pharmacy students.Methods: A cross sectional study was done among 110 nursing and 90 pharmacy students in June 2019 by stratified random sampling method using a self-administered predesigned structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and chi-square test were applied using SPSS software.Results: Knowledge and practice of pharmacy students was found to be better than nursing students.Conclusions: Knowledge and practice of the students should be improved through health education.

Association between Optimism, Psychosocial Well Being and Oral Health: A Cross-Sectional Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 200-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
G Thiruvenkadam ◽  
Sharath Asokan ◽  
J Baby John ◽  
PR Geetha Priya
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Psychosocial Outcomes ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Life Orientation Test ◽  
Chi Square Test

Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the association of optimism and psychosocial well being of school going children on their oral health status. Study design: The study included 12- to 15-year-old school going children (N = 2014) from Tamilnadu, India. Optimism was measured using the revised version of the Life Orientation Test (LOT-R). A questionnaire was sent to the parents regarding their child's psychosocial behavior which included shyness, feeling inferiority, unhappiness and friendliness. Clinical examination for each child was done to assess the DMFT score and OHI-S score. The data obtained were statistically analyzed using Pearson Chi-Square test, Mann-Whitney test and Kruskal-Wallis test with the aid of SPSS software (version 17). Odds Ratio (OR) was calculated with 95% Confidence Interval (CI). The p value ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Boys with high optimism had significantly lesser DMFT score than the boys with low optimism (p=0.001). Girls with high optimism had significantly higher DMFT score (p=0.001). In psychosocial outcomes, inferiority (p=0.002) and friendliness (p=0.001) showed significant association with DMFT score. Among the boys, children who felt less inferior (p=0.001), less unhappy (p=0.029) and more friendly (p=0.001) had lesser DMFT score. Conclusion: Among the psychosocial outcomes assessed, inferiority and friendliness had significant association with oral health of the children and hence, can be used as a proxy measures oral health.

scholarly journals Oral hygiene practices and knowledge among children of age 10-13 years in a private school in Chennai, South India

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 4093
Author(s):  
Aravind Sunderavel Kumaravel Kanagavelu ◽  
Arun Chandran ◽  
Jaya Brinda
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Private School ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Floss ◽  
Hygiene Practices ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Oral health is an important and proven determinant of overall health and quality of life. It is well established that oral health and non-communicable diseases share common risk factors. Our study was designed to assess the practice and knowledge of oral health among 10-13 years old because at this age, lifelong beliefs and essential skills are developed.Methods: A cross-sectional study was done by randomly selecting students from V to VIII standards in a private school. Data was collected using a pre-designed questionnaire. The results were analysed using ‘Jamovi’ software with 'Pearson Chi-square test’ and a p-value of less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: Out of the 210 students, only around 1/3rd of the students used both brush with toothpaste, and dental floss to clean their teeth. 123 (58.6%) students brushed twice a day. The association between the frequency of brushing and the age groups was statistically significant. Gender played a role in the duration of brushing.Conclusions: It can be noted from our study that the oral practices and knowledge was better in 10-11 years olds than the 12-13-year olds and better in girls than in boys. Thus, oral education must be tailor made based on the calibre of a particular group instead of ‘one for all’ method.

scholarly journals Pregnancy, oral health and dental education: an overview on the northeast of Italy

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (8) ◽  
pp. 829-835
Author(s):  
Fulvia Costantinides ◽  
Erica Vettori ◽  
Martina Conte ◽  
Ingrid Tonni ◽  
Vanessa Nicolin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Full Sample ◽  
Anova Test ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Baseline Demographic

AbstractObjectivesTo evaluate the level of knowledge of pregnant women and puerpers about oral health and prevention during and after gestation.MethodsOne hundred women aged 18–49 years (mean age 33±6 years) were included in this cross-sectional study. An anonymous questionnaire with 24 items related to oral health has been administered during or just after pregnancy. Firstly, answers have been analyzed on the full population and then subdividing the sample on the base of age ranges (G1: 18–25 years, G2: 26–35 years and G3: >35 years) and number of pregnancies (FP: first pregnancy; SP: second or more pregnancies). Parametric tests have been chosen for the statistical analysis; in particular, Anova test for independent samples was used to evaluate differences of baseline demographic characteristics among subgroups G1, G2, G3 while chi-square test was used for FP and SP subgroups. Anova test was also used to intercept differences on answers given to the questionnaire among G1, G2 and G3 group; for FP and SP group was used t-test.ResultsLevel of information and knowledge of the full sample was medium-low and no significant differences have been observed between groups regarding awareness of the own level of the oral hygiene and knowledge of oral care.ConclusionsResults of this survey underline the high necessity of educational programs regarding oral care in pregnant and puerpers women. A strict collaboration between medical figures (dentist, oral hygienist, gynecologist and obstetric) is strongly encouraged to spread the concept of prevention.

scholarly journals The Prevalence of Use of Areca Nut and Its Effect on Oral Health in School Going Children in Gadap Town, Malir, Karachi, Pakistan

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sana Maqbool ◽  
Mohammad Ali Leghari ◽  
Sajjad Ali
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Lesions ◽  
Areca Nut ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Frequent Use ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Gender

ABSTRACT Background Areca nut chewing in different forms is getting more prevalent among the south Asian inhabitants. Its uses are progressing from adults to adolescents and especially its frequent use among the school going children. The aim of this study was to analyze the prevalence of areca nut chewing and its effect on the oral health of school going children. Materials and methods A cross-sectional study using a close ended questionnaire was conducted to collect the data from the school going children of Gadap town, Malir, Karachi. A random sample of 285 students (n = 285) were examined. The research instrument was self-structured close ended questionnaire. The questionnaire contained questions regarding the knowledge and consequences of chewing areca nut, its products and its effect on their oral health. The questionnaires were administered to the students in their respective classes and the filled questionnaires were collected on the same day. Chi-square test was used for differences in frequencies among the types of areca nut, practices of using areca nut and gender variables. Stata 11 was used for data analysis. Total number of 285 children were surveyed. Results There were 75.09% boys and 24.91% girls, mean age of the students was 6.23 (1.05). The range of the students was 4 to 8 years. The frequency of using areca nut and products containing areca nut in our study was 77.9%. There were 60.35% students both male and female who were identified to gutkha chewing habit. Frequency of consumption of chewing areca nut made products increases as the age's increases. The 74.38% respondents were suffering from oral lesions. Conclusion Chewing of areca nut and products containing areca nut is prevailing in rural areas especially among the lower age group of school going children. Both genders are equally and frequently use areca nut as habit. How to cite this article Leghari MA, Ali S, Maqbool S. The Prevalence of Use of Areca Nut and Its Effect on Oral Health in School Going Children in Gadap Town, Malir, Karachi, Pakistan. World J Dent 2016;7(1):6-9.

scholarly journals EVALUATION OF ORAL HYGIENE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND BEHAVIOUR AMONG LOCALAUTO-RICKSHAW DRIVERS IN SODEPUR, KOLKATA, INDIA.

2020 ◽  
pp. 56-58
Author(s):  
Anirban Dey ◽  
Santanu Sen Roy ◽  
Debarshi Jana
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Education Data ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

The aim of the short study is to evaluate self-reported oral health knowledge attitudes and behaviour among local auto-rickshaw drivers inSodepur, Kolkata, India. Materials and Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 50 auto-rickshaw drivers and was carried out with the help of 10 questions. Age, gender and level of education data was recorded. Statistical analysis was performed with the help of Epi Info ™ 7.2.2.2 EPI INFO is a trademark of the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) using the Chi-Square test (x2). Results: The (mean ± S.D.) age of the respondents was (38.62±14.03) with range 19 – 70 years and the median age was 35.5 years. Most of the participants (56.0%) were with age between 20 - 39 years. About 76.0% of the participants was with the level of education up to middle standard (up to 9th standard). The variation of scores of knowledge and attitude, also showed highly significant with level of education and behaviour being non-significant. While the study in age group among the auto drivers, showed significant on knowledge & behaviour and attitude as non-significant. (Chi Square-test, P > 0.01). Conclusion: Among auto-rickshaw drivers oral health knowledge, attitude and behaviour showed improved results in relation to level of education and age, although there were deficits in behaviour in relation to level of education and attitude in age wise co-relation. For better future of population, it can be improved with awareness programmes.

scholarly journals Inhalant Use among Schoolchildren in Northeast India: A Preliminary Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. SART.S12750 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brogen Singh Akoijam ◽  
M. Nukshisangla Jamir ◽  
Ebenezer Phesao ◽  
Gojendra Singh Senjam
Keyword(s):  
Poor Performance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northeast India ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Northeast Region ◽  
The Past ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Preliminary Study

Inhalant use by children leads to poor performance in school and has been observed to precede substance use later in life. There is paucity of data on inhalant use among school children in India, particularly in the Northeast region of the country. We determined the prevalence and documented inhalant use characteristics among schoolchildren in the Northeast region of India. This cross sectional study was conducted in six states in the Northeast region of India. Schoolchildren between eighth and eleventh standards from the capital areas of the states were included in the study. Data were collected using a questionnaire. Analysis was done using descriptive statistics and Chi-square test. Of the 4074 enrolled students, data from 3943 students who responded to the inhalant use question were analyzed. Mean age was 14.8 ± 1.2 years and 51.2% of participants were male. The proportion of students who had ever used inhalants (ever user) was 18.8% and adhesive/glue was the inhalant misused by most of the students. A higher proportion of males than females were ever users ( P ≤ 0.001) and the most common place of use was at home (33.1%). Being in the presence of an older person using an inhalant or tobacco was found to be associated with use of inhalants among students. Nearly one-fifth of the students had used inhalants and nearly half used inhalants in the past month. Sensitization of the parents and school authorities to the problem, as well as preventive and curative services, should be considered.

scholarly journals Knowledge of pediatricians and the importance of interdisciplinarity in attention to oral health in early childhood

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (1) ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Danielle Tupinambá Emmi ◽  
Aline Fernandes Melo Ribeiro Lima ◽  
Ana Júlia Vieira de Lemos ◽  
Conceição De Maria Sales da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Professional Profile ◽  
Chi Square Test

The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge of pediatricians on the integrality of attention to oral health in early childhood. A cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample consisting of 70 doctors, working in public and private services, in the city of Belém, state of Pará, Brazil. Data were collected using a questionnaire with approaches on: the professional profile; the knowledge of oral health of children; the use of fluoride; and self-perception on knowledge of oral health. A descriptive analysis of the data was performed, and the association between variables was verified with the Chi-square test, with p = 0.05. The average age of respondents was 41 years. Most professionals were females (88.57%) and featured more than 20 years of professional experience (38.57%). In general, most pediatricians answered satisfactorily the questions related to knowledge of children's oral health. However, when questioned about the knowledge of the use of fluoride, most professionals (92.86%) presented outdated knowledge that could result in inappropriate conduct. It was concluded that most pediatricians have knowledge of oral health promotion, although some concepts and conducts should be updated, especially the importance of fluorides in the control of tooth decay. 

scholarly journals Complementary and Integrative Medicines Used by Cancer Patients to Cope With Chemotherapy-Related Taste Alterations

2022 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-77
Author(s):  
Tugbamenekli Tugbamenekli ◽  
◽  
Yasemin Yildirim ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Complementary And Integrative Medicine ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: Cancer is a global health problem. Taste change is one of the most common symptoms in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Cancer patients often use Complementary and Integrative Medicine (CIM) to manage chemotherapy complications. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate CIM used by cancer patients to cope with chemotherapy-related taste alterations. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out on 318 cancer patients receiving chemotherapy in an oncology hospital in Malatya City, Turkey. The samples were recruited by convenience sampling method. The study data were collected with a data form developed by the research team. Written permissions were obtained from all participants and the Ethics Committee. Frequencies, mean scores, and standard deviation were used to present descriptive findings. The independent t-test, Chi-square test, and multivariate logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the obtained data. Results: The Mean±SD age of the patients was 65.18±8.36 years, and the mean duration of their diseases was 35.34±16.27 months. About 54.1% of the patients were female, and 42.8% had some information about CIM. Their primary source of information was other patients (49.6%), and 34.9% used CIM to cope with chemotherapy-related taste alterations. The most common method used was phytotherapy (50.5%), and the most commonly used herb was miracle fruit (21.4%). It was also determined that the frequency of CIM use was affected by age, illness duration, gender, living in a city, family history of cancer, having breast cancer, having information on CIM, having metastasis, and lacking complications (R2= 0.426, P=0.025). Conclusion: Cancer patients frequently use CIM to cope with chemotherapy-related taste alterations, and phytotherapy was the most commonly-used CIM.

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