TY  - JOUR
T1  - Understanding the Link Between Diabetes and Periodontitis: Insights into Knowledge, Awareness, and Attitudes
A1  - Kirti Anil Shetgaonkar
A1  - Girish Suragimath
A1  - Siddhartha Varma
A1  - Sameer Zope
JF  - International Journal of Social and Psychological Aspects of Healthcare
JO  - Int J Soc Psychol Asp Healthc
SN  - 3108-4818
Y1  - 2022
VL  - 2
IS  - 1
DO  - 10.51847/BATDM4Imwt
SP  - 68
EP  - 74
N2  - Periodontitis, an inflammatory disease of the periodontium, is considered the sixth complication of diabetes mellitus. It not only affects the progression of diabetes but also contributes to its complications. Adequate knowledge and a positive attitude towards periodontitis among diabetic patients can significantly reduce the risk of periodontal diseases and improve their diabetic control. This study aimed to investigate the knowledge, awareness, and attitude of diabetic patients towards periodontal disease. A total of 400 diabetic patients, aged over 35 years and with a confirmed history of diabetes, were selected from Karad, Maharashtra. All participants agreed to participate in the survey. A structured one-on-one interview was conducted using a pretested, close-ended questionnaire consisting of 20 questions. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 21 software. Out of the 400 respondents, 194 (54.8%) were male and 206 (45.2%) were female. The results showed that most subjects lacked sufficient knowledge, had limited awareness, and displayed poor attitudes toward the association between periodontitis and diabetes. Overall, the awareness, knowledge, and attitudes about periodontal health were found to be insufficient. These findings emphasize the need for targeted education and awareness campaigns for diabetic patients, especially those with poor glycemic control, regarding the importance of maintaining oral hygiene and preventing periodontal complications.
UR  - https://smerpub.com/article/understanding-the-link-between-diabetes-and-periodontitis-insights-into-knowledge-awareness-and-a-mzizllbwtfzvkzu
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