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Knowledge, Awareness and Regular Usage of Interdental Cleansing Aids among Non-Dental Graduates
Authors Name:
Keerthana balaji
, Dr. Dinesh Prabu
Unique Id:
IJSDR2104095
Published In:
Volume 6 Issue 4, April-2021
Abstract:
INTRODUCTION: The maintenance of a good oral health is essential for overall well-being and an improved health-related quality of life. In populations that use toothbrushes, the interproximal surfaces of the molars and premolars are the predominant sites of residual plaque. The methodologies of oral hygiene ranges from brushing, Interdental cleaning, and use of mouth wash and tongue hygiene.Inter Dental cleaning is just as essential as brushing to prevent dental disease by eliminating the Interdental plaque. AIM AND OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge , Awareness and Regular usage of interdental cleansing aids among non-dental graduates. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A questionnaire based survey was conducted among 105 college students in Chennnai, Tamilnadu. It was distributed through an online survey link and results were collected.Data analysis was done using spss software. CONCLUSION: The knowledge and the Regular usage of interdental cleansing aids among non-dental graduates are not sufficient and should be improved.Therefore , Health education and other Awareness programs should be conducted to improvise their knowledge.
"Knowledge, Awareness and Regular Usage of Interdental Cleansing Aids among Non-Dental Graduates", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijsdr.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.6, Issue 4, page no.575 - 580, April-2021, Available :http://www.ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2104095.pdf
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Published Paper ID: IJSDR2104095
Registration ID:193220
Published In: Volume 6 Issue 4, April-2021
DOI (Digital Object Identifier):
Page No: 575 - 580
Publisher: IJSDR | www.ijsdr.org
ISSN Number: 2455-2631
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