The Journal of Community Health Management
Official Publication of Innovative Education and Scientific Research Foundation
Official Publication of Innovative Education and Scientific Research Foundation
Original Article
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Volume : 4, Issue : 2, Year : 2017
Article Page : 76-82
Abstract
Present study was aimed to analyze knowledge, attitudes and behaviour of various professional groups towards preventive oral and dental care. A cross sectional survey was conducted on 474 subjects of various professional groups including pharmacy, nursing, paramedical, media, engineering and hotel management institutes utilizing a pretested structured questionnaire. Data collected was analysed using chi-square test. A p value < 0.05 was considered to be statistically significant. As a result, we found that study subjects had fair knowledge regarding self care practices. Although subjects had excellent knowledge about preventive oral and dental care and its significance but their attitude towards the same was found to be casual. This study represented a comprehensive overview of the oral and dental health knowledge, behaviour and attitude of various professional groups. To conclude, there is constant urge for stimulation and motivation of study subjects towards prevention of oral and dental problems.
Keywords: Oral health, Knowledge, Attitude
How to cite : Jain M, Ashok S, Gupta A, Saxena V, Jain M, Mhaske S, Saawarn S, Assessment of knowledge, behaviour and attitude of assorted professionals in a University of Central India towards preventive oral and dental care: A cross-sectional study. J Community Health Manag 2017;4(2):76-82
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