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Research Article | Open Access
Volume 14 2022 | None
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS DENTAL IMPLANTS AMONG GENERAL POPULATION - A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY
Chithambara Shathviha. P, Dr. Parkavi Arumugam
Pages: 5416-5424
Abstract
Aim : The aim of the present study was to analyse the knowledge and attitude of dental implants among the general population of Chennai. Materials & Methods : An online survey of 20-25 questions based on the knowledge and attitude of dental implants had been prepared and uploaded online and circulated among 150 general population . Results : From the observed results of the survey among the 150 general population 80% were adequately aware of dental implants and the remaining 20% of the individuals had very less knowledge comparatively. In comparison, the p value was found to be about 0.00 which is statistically significant. Conclusion : This present study concludes knowledge and awareness levels were adequate and created awareness on dental implants. Clinical Significance : The general population has adequate knowledge and awareness on dental implants,for a complete knowledge on dental implants dental camps , pamphlets and social media infographics can be done.
Keywords
dental implants,oral hygiene,implant failure,aesthetics,fear.
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