Assess the knowledge, attitude and behaviour regarding oral health among bachelor of dental surgery first year students: descriptive study

Swati Agrawal; Sanskriti Sonkar; Santosh Sahu; S. Piyush Murthy; Rituparna Mohanty; Preeti Sahu

doi:10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20251708

Authors

Swati Agrawal Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
Sanskriti Sonkar Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
Santosh Sahu Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
S. Piyush Murthy Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
Rituparna Mohanty Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
Preeti Sahu Department of Public Health Dentistry, New Horizon Dental College and Research Institute, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20251708

Keywords:

BDS, Oral health, Social media, Knowledge

Abstract

Background: Oral health integrates physiological harmony and microbial equilibrium, underpinning systematic wellness and psychological confidence. Today’s social media era, information about oral health is widely accessible, influencing students' perceptions and habits. While digital platforms can enhance awareness, they may also spread misinformation, making it essential to access how social media affects their knowledge and behaviour. This study is conducted to assess knowledge, attitude and behaviour regarding oral health among BDS first year students.

Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among BDS first year students of New Horizon dental college and research institute. Convenience sampling was done and out of 99 students, 94 students consent to be a part of this study. Collected data was analysed by software IBM SPSS Statistics version 23.0 and descriptive analysis was done.

Results: The survey involved 94 students out of 99, with 29% of the participants being male and 71% being female. It showed that there is a limited knowledge and practice among first year students.

Conclusions: Study revealed that BDS first year students performed better but there is a need to improve their knowledge, attitude and behaviour towards oral health.

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