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VOL. 5, ISSUE 11 (2019)
Comprehensive evaluation of patient’s awareness, attitude and knowledge about removable partial denture therapies: A questionnaire based original research study
Authors
Farha NAZ, Kulbir Singh, Bavneet Kaur
Abstract
Aim: This study aimed to assess the relative awareness and knowledge levels about RPD in studied patients. Materials & Methods: Authors estimated 50 patients of both the genders. For checking the awareness levels, authors had employed a pre-formed questionnaire containing 7 questions associated to RPD knowledge, attitude and awareness. Responses were recorded in tables and data was processed statistically to estimate real awareness and satisfaction levels. Results: Statistical analysis was done using statistical software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. The resultant data was employed to suitable statistical tests to obtain p values, mean, standard deviation, standard error an 95% CI. P ≤ 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Age groups 35-44 years had 12 males and 5 females (P< 0.05). Measured p value was significant here. In second group of 45-54 years had 9 males and 6 females, 55-64 years had 5 males and 7 females (P> 0.05) and >65 years had 4 males and 2 females (P>0.05). P value less than 0.05 was considered as significant. Roughly 89% patients believe that RPD is an excellent option for economically weaker patients. Roughly 37% patients think that RPD is the best non- invasive option to restore missing teeth. Approximately 53% patients believe that ‘RPD is a kind of slow extraction forceps. Approximately 65% patients consider that RPD patients typically feel pain while using it. Conclusion: Within the limitation of study authors concluded that level of knowledge and awareness about RPD was fair to excellent in the evaluated patients. Evaluation of attitude also revealed somewhat positive inclination. Nonetheless, the results could be different in other population groups mainly in non-rural regions.
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Pages:225-228
How to cite this article:
Farha NAZ, Kulbir Singh, Bavneet Kaur "Comprehensive evaluation of patient’s awareness, attitude and knowledge about removable partial denture therapies: A questionnaire based original research study". International Journal of Medical and Health Research, Vol 5, Issue 11, 2019, Pages 225-228
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