scholarly journals Knowledge & Practices Regarding Oral Cancer among Graduating Dental Students in Bhopal City, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 353-358
Author(s):  
Aishwarya Singh ◽  
Abhishek Harish ◽  
Rajpreet Kaur
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Knowledge Practices ◽  
Service Programs ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: Evaluation of oral cancer related knowledge among dental students would aid in planning the oral health service programs and curriculum on large scale. The aim of this study was to assess the self reported knowledge and practice pattern of dental students in Bhopal, India. Methods: The study population comprised of 200 dental students studying in final year and undergoing internship. Knowledge and practices were recorded using closed ended assessment form. Simple percentages were calculated to draw inferences. Results: 68% students agreed that their knowledge regarding the prevention and detection of oral cancer is current and adequate. A total of 178 (89%) felt that there is need for additional training/information regarding oral cancer. Almost half 106 (53%) agreed to have you ever attended any educational programs on oral cancers. Conclusion: The knowledge of graduating dental students was found to be adequate. The need for regular clinical updation and practices related to screening cannot be ignored. Keywords: dental students, knowledge, oral cancer, screening, tobacco.

Knowledge and awareness about MERS-CoV among the dental students in Chennai

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL1) ◽  
pp. 847-851
Author(s):  
Nithyanandham Masilamani ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mode Of Transmission

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) induced by new ß coronavirus MERS-(CoV) had first been described in Saudi Arabia in September 2012. MERS-CoV communication inside the population is often identified with clustered households and cramped communal spaces. The purpose of the study is to assess the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV among dental students in India. This was a questionnaire-based cross-sectional survey of 100 dental college students in Chennai. The self-designed questionnaires contained ten questions focused on the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV amongst dental college students. Questionnaires were circulated through an online website survey planet. After the responses were received from 100 participants, data were collected and analyzed, .87% are aware of MERS-CoV through media 13% from professional channels. 84%are aware of the clinical manifestation of MERS-CoV. 81%Are aware of the mode of transmission of MERS-CoV. 76%are aware of the preventive measures against MERS -CoV.68%. Are aware of the incubation period of MERS-CoV. 74%aware of PCR as a diagnostic test for MERS-CoV. This study concluded that dental students had strong awareness and knowledge of MERS. Also, there are a few differences in information and behaviours that require change. Large-scale health educational programs on MERS also should be facilitated by professional organizations to expand their reach and to strengthen knowledge to have a positive impact on their behaviour.

scholarly journals A Survey About Awareness of Oral Cancer Among The Undergraduate Dental Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL3) ◽  
pp. 1565-1573
Author(s):  
Anushya P ◽  
Keerthi Sasanka L ◽  
Jothi Priya A
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Study Population ◽  
School Of Dentistry ◽  
General Dentist

Dentists have a crucial role within the best prevention measures, controlling etiological factors and early detection. Lack of general dentist carcinoma knowledge has been shown to be a serious factor to delays in referral and treatment. Dentists’ competence and confidence in detecting carcinoma could also be strongly influenced by their school of dentistry training. Hence, it's the responsibility of the school of dentistry to make sure the formation of a generalist with solid technical, scientific, ethical knowledge, promoting good oral hygiene and prevention of oral diseases. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess dental student’s awareness, role in preventing and early detection of oral cancer. The study population included 100 dental students. The data was collected and statistically analysed. In this present study, 48% male and 52% female participated. Here, 76% of scholars are conscious of carcinoma whereas 24% of scholars are unaware of oral cancer. The risk factors for carcinoma mainly described by the scholars were 44% for smoking and 8% for alcohol consumption. Most of the scholars considered that labial/ buccal mucosa was the commonest site in diagnosis of oral cancer. The early detection of carcinoma improves survival, which was suggested by 46% of scholars. About 59% of scholars reported that they need sufficient knowledge regarding prevention and management of carcinoma. In this present study, out of 100 Dental students who participated in awareness of carcinoma, majority of the dental students were aware and had better knowledge on preventive measures of oral cancer. This study also highlights the necessity for an improvement of the teaching program regarding oral examination.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and practices about oral cancers among dental students in H.P Government Dental College, Shimla-Himachal Pradesh

2015 ◽  
Vol 04 (02) ◽  
pp. 065-067 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shailee Fotedar ◽  
Vinay Bhardwaj ◽  
Kavita Manchanda ◽  
Vikas Fotedar ◽  
Avishek De Sarkar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Masses ◽  
Harmful Effects ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Aim: The aim was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices among undergraduate dental students about oral cancer. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire study was conducted among undergraduate dental students between the 3rd and 5th years in H.P Government Dental College, Shimla. The questionnaire consisted of 15 questions, five each on knowledge, attitudes and practices. The data were analyzed by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS Inc., version 16 for Windows, Chicago, IL, USA). Results: The response rate of the study was 90.6%. There were 23 (21.5%) males and 84 (78.5%) females in the study. There was a predominance of females (78.5%). The average knowledge percentage for the entire population is 81.9% (excellent knowledge). Tobacco and alcohol were correctly identified by 63.5% of the subjects. Squamous cell carcinoma was described as the most common type of oral cancer by 105 (98.3%) of the students. 60.7% of the subjects strongly disagreed that their knowledge regarding the prevention and detection of oral cancer is current and adequate, and 99% agreed that there is a need for additional training/information regarding oral cancer. About 92.5% of the subjects used to educate their subjects about the harmful effects of tobacco and alcohol. Conclusion: The study implies that the knowledge, especially about the etiological factors of oral cancer needs to be reinforced throughout the undergraduate dental courses so that they can use the same in educating and motivating the masses to adapt healthy lifestyles.

Assessment of dental students' diagnostic accuracy for oral cancer screening

1997 ◽  
Vol 61 (5) ◽  
pp. 437-439 ◽  
Author(s):  
J Seoane ◽  
N Gonzalez-Reforma ◽  
A Aguado ◽  
MA Romero ◽  
PI Varela-Centelles
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Diagnostic Accuracy ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening

scholarly journals Impact of Delay in Treatment on Survival of 6353 Oral Cancers: Results of a Nationwide Screening Program in Taiwan

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement 2) ◽  
pp. 204s-204s
Author(s):  
Y.-H. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Cigarette Smoking ◽  
Screening Program ◽  
Clinical Stage ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Betel Quid Chewing ◽  
Oral Cancer Patients ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening ◽  
Delay In Treatment

Background: Previous studies have indicated the issue of delay treatment in patients diagnosed as oral cancer in population-based screening because oral cancer patients often lack the knowledge to understand rapid progress of oral cancer. Aim: To evaluate the impact of delay in treatment on the survival of oral cancer detected by screening. Methods: We enrolled residences aged 18 years or older with cigarette smoking and/or betel quid chewing who attended Nationwide Oral Cancer Screening program between 2004 and 2009. Cases with prior history of oral cancer were excluded. Demographic characteristics, oral habits, time of delay in treatment after screening and cancer stage were collected. The survival status of oral cancer was ascertained by following up this cohort until the end of 2012. Results: A total of 6353 oral cancers were detected by screening with a median of 19 (interquartile range 12 to 29) days for treatment. Oral cancer with earlier clinical stage had less delay in treatment ( P < 0.01) while gender, age, and diagnostic year had no difference in delay. In univariate analysis, older age (hazard ratio, HR = 1.01), clinical stage (HR = 1.96 for stage II, 3.13 for stage III, 6.42 for stage IV as compared with stage I), and delay in treatment after screening longer than 3 weeks (HR = 1.11) or 6 weeks (HR = 1.64) were highly associated with worse prognosis. In multivariate analysis, delay in treatment more than 6 weeks (HR = 1.34, 95% CI 1.21-1.48) led to poor survival of oral cancer. Conclusion: Subjects with cigarette smoking and/or betel quid chewing who attended oral cancer screening and were detected as oral cancer patients should be advised to undergo treatment no more than 6 weeks.

scholarly journals O8C.6 Tobacco control and oral cancer screening among public transport bus drivers, conductors and other staff in mumbai, india

2019 ◽  
Vol 76 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. A75.1-A75
Author(s):  
Gauravi Ashish Mishra ◽  
Sharmila Pimple ◽  
Anil Singal ◽  
Vasundhara Kulkarni ◽  
Heena Shaikh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Tobacco Use ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Tobacco Cessation ◽  
Diagnostic Evaluation ◽  
The Public ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Cause Of Deaths ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening

IntroductionTobacco is the single most preventable cause of deaths globally. India is the second largest consumer and third largest producer of tobacco. A plethora of tobacco products are consumed. India has highest number of oral cancer cases globally and bears one fourth of the global burden.With the smoke free public places legislation being implemented since 2nd October 2008, smoking is prohibited on public transport bus premises in India. Tobacco addiction is common among the commuters, drivers, conductors and other staff of the public transport department.The present study was conducted to understand the knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) regarding harmful effects of tobacco among the public transport bus staff, to educate them regarding the importance of smoke free legislation and health hazards associated with tobacco use, to support them in tobacco cessation, to conduct oral cancer screening and to assist in the further management.Materials and methodsAround 4000 public transport bus employees in Mumbai were enrolled after explaining the programme and obtaining informed consent. They were interviewed and their KAP regarding tobacco was recorded. The employees were then given detailed health education. They were screened for oral cancers and counseled for tobacco cessation. The screened positive employees were referred for diagnostic evaluation and management.Results4000 public transport bus employees were enrolled. Amongst them 1691 (42.28%) were tobacco users. Smokeless form of tobacco use was dominant, 1561 (92.31%). All 4000 employees participated in oral cancer screening and were enrolled for tobacco cessation counselling. 743 employees were screened positive, 592 complied to referral for diagnostic evaluation and 534 employees were clinically diagnosed with oral pre-cancersConclusionsTobacco use and oral pre-cancers are high among the public transport bus employees in Mumbai. Hence, awareness, oral cavity screening and tobacco cessation counseling should be incorporated within their annual health check-up.

Knowledge and Practice of Oral Cancer Screening in Teaching Faculty—Comparison of Specialty and Year of Clinical Experience

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 455-462 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shintaro Kogi ◽  
John DaSilva ◽  
Yusuke Mikasa ◽  
Cliff Lee ◽  
Shigemi Ishikawa-Nagai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Clinical Experience ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening ◽  
Teaching Faculty ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Dental Practitioners towards Screening for Oral Pre-Cancer and Cancer

2021 ◽  
pp. 604-611
Author(s):  
J. Manju ◽  
Chandrasekaran Krithika
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Blue Staining ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Oral Cancer Screening ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

One of the global health issues is Oral cancer, which has an increased death rate. Awareness of oral cancer screening is important for oral health care professionals for early detection and improving the patients' survival rate. Attitude towards oral cancer awareness and knowledge of oral cancer screening are the key factors that impact oral cancer awareness success. Materials and Methods: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental practitioners and dental students towards screening for oral pre-cancer and cancer. This study included dental practitioners working in various academic institutions and private practitioners in Chennai. Participants were asked to fill in age, gender, designation, and experience. A structured questionnaire consisting of 10 questions, each having four options, was administered to the participants. The data collected was 100 responses analyzed by statistical package for the social science (spss inc., version 16 for, Chicago, IL, USA). Simple descriptive statistics were used to describe the distribution of data collected. T-test and ANOVA were employed to assess the statistically significant difference in the KAP scores between different groups. Results: The response rate for the present study was 100%. 37% of general dental practitioners reported that they routinely do a thorough oral examination for all the patients,52% agree that they are adequately trained to examine patients for oral pre-cancer and cancer screening,8% of them reported that they never do toluidine blue staining for patients with oral lesion. Majority(57) of them agree that they would recommend biopsy for suspected cases of oral cancer. Only 9% of the participants were aware of the time required for intraoral screening examination. 31% of them were aware of the risk of malignant transformation in a white lesion. 73% of the participants were aware of the occurrence of oral cancer in non - tobacco users was rare. 53% of agree that thorough intraoral examination for oral cancer will reduce oral cancer mortality and morbidity.

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