Awareness of association between periodontitis and PLBW among selected population of practising gynecologists in Andhra Pradesh

Nutalapati, Rajasekhar; Ramisetti, Arpita; Mutthineni, Ramesh Babu; Jampani, Narendra Dev; Kasagani, Suresh Kumar

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“…Overall, the level of knowledge in the present survey reflected gynecologists’ familiarity with various pregnancy-related oral health topics, which is in accordance with previous studies. [ 13 14 15 16 ] Although the overall knowledge level of the gynecologists was satisfactory in this study, however, there still exist minor misconceptions amongst gynecologists regarding provision of dental treatments during pregnancy. This is of importance to the dentists as it acts as a barrier for them in providing the most appropriate treatment to their pregnant patients.…”

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“…Meanwhile, systematic data to evaluate the knowledge, awareness, and opinions of gynecologists regarding oral health care during pregnancy and the effect of maternal oral health on the pregnancy outcomes are very limited. [ 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 ] To our knowledge, no study has been published that assessed the extent of healthcare providers’ knowledge regarding the association between oral health and pregnancy outcomes in the UAE. The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge, awareness, and opinions of gynecologists regarding oral health care during pregnancy in the UAE.…”

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Gynecologists′ knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health and periodontal disease leading to adverse pregnancy outcomes

Hashim

Akbar

2014

J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent

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Objectives:A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the knowledge and practiced behaviors of gynecologists regarding oral health care during pregnancy and the association of periodontal disease with adverse pregnancy outcomes.Materials and Methods:A questionnaire consisting of 16 questions was designed and pilot tested. One hundred and fifty gynecologists practicing in the private sector of United Arab Emirates (UAE) were approached to voluntarily participate and fill up the questionnaire during February–March 2014. Data retrieved were entered into Excel database and analyzed using SPSS.Results:Of the 150 gynecologists approached, 108 filled the questionnaire, yielding a response rate of 72%. The majority (95.4%) acknowledged a connection between oral health and pregnancy and 75.9% agreed that periodontal disease can affect the outcome of pregnancy. Moreover, most of the gynecologists (85.2%) advised their pregnant patients to visit the dentist during pregnancy. Almost three-quarter of the participants (73%) regarded dental radiographs to be unsafe during pregnancy and more than half (59.3%) considered administration of local anesthesia to be unsafe during pregnancy.Conclusion:The present study demonstrated that gynecologists have a relatively high degree of knowledge with respect to the relationship of periodontal disease to pregnancy outcome. However, there clearly exist misconceptions regarding the provision of dental treatment during pregnancy. To provide better oral health care, more knowledge needs to be made available to the pregnant women and the medical community, and misconceptions regarding the types of dental treatments during pregnancy should be clarified.

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Gynecologists′ knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health and periodontal disease leading to adverse pregnancy outcomes

Hashim

Akbar

2014

J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent

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“…In a study done by Nutalapatiet. only 38.3% of gynecologists were aware that periodontal diseases can affect the outcome of delivery 33 . In our study, only 23.6% of individuals were aware about the relationship between periodontitis and preterm low birth weight deliveries.…”

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Awareness of the Interrelationship of Periodontal Disease & Systematic Health: A Questionnaire-based Survey

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Introduction: Periodontal disease, a prevalent oral health condition, is characterized by chronic inflammation of the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gums, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone. Research has revealed a complex interrelationship between periodontal disease and systemic health, suggesting that oral health can significantly impact overall well-being. Understanding the awareness levels of this interrelationship among the general population is crucial for promoting comprehensive healthcare approaches. Aim: The aim of this survey is to assess the awareness and knowledge levels of individuals regarding the interplay between periodontal disease and systemic health. Material and methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design to gather data. In December 2022, an offline form & online survey Google Form was created and distributed randomly among adults aged 20 years and above. The questionnaire consisted of 10 questions, and participants were instructed to select the choices that best aligned with their preferences or experiences. Results: The general public possessed a considerable level of awareness regarding the association between periodontal disease and overall systemic health. Conclusion: By effectively motivating patients, it is possible to attain periodontal maintenance and encourage the achievement of optimal oral hygiene.

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“…This result is lower than that reported in other studies[ 17 19 23 24 ] and higher than that reported by some other studies. [ 20 25 ]…”

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Periodontal health awareness among gynecologists in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Rahman¹,

Asa’ad²,

Baseer³

2015

J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent

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Objective:To determine the knowledge of periodontal disease and pregnancy outcomes among the gynecologists practicing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Materials and Methods:A cross-sectional survey of 200 randomly chosen gynecologists from Riyadh was carried out by using a structured, self-administered, closed-ended questionnaire. Knowledge of periodontal disease and possible ways of prevention; knowledge of periodontal disease and pregnancy outcomes; and oral self-care attitudes among gynecologists were assessed.Results:One-quarter of the gynecologists knew the meaning of dental plaque. Almost 57.5% believed that the frequency of toothbrushing should be increased during pregnancy. Eighty percent of gynecologists were aware of the serious effects of smoking on the pregnant woman and her child. Less than half (44.5%) believed that there is a relationship between gum disease and premature labor. Gynecologists working in the government sector were significantly more aware about the causes of inflamed gum in pregnancy, gum disease and its prevention, and negative effects of smoking on pregnancy. A significantly higher percentage of male and senior gynecologists aged between 50 and 54 years answered that gum disease would lead to the delivery of a preterm or low-birth-weight infant.Conclusion:Gynecologists considered in the present study showed an acceptable level of knowledge and awareness toward periodontal health and the association between periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

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Awareness of association between periodontitis and PLBW among selected population of practising gynecologists in Andhra Pradesh

Abstract: There is a need for interdisciplinary approach for the prevention of PLBW cases by the integration of periodontal care into obstetric management. Effort should be made to increase awareness among the gynecologists.

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Gynecologists′ knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health and periodontal disease leading to adverse pregnancy outcomes

Gynecologists′ knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health and periodontal disease leading to adverse pregnancy outcomes

Awareness of the Interrelationship of Periodontal Disease & Systematic Health: A Questionnaire-based Survey

Periodontal health awareness among gynecologists in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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