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Volume 9 Issue 1 (January, 2021)

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Prevalence and awareness of endo-perio lesions among dentists- A questionnaire based study
Dr. Shipra Sepolia, Dr. Parul Verma, Dr. Soujanya Koyalada

Background: An inter-relationship between periodontal and pulpal diseases has resulted in immense confusion along with controversies in diagnosis of these combined lesions. Radio graphical and clinical assessment can help in clear identification of this intricate problem. There may be a reciprocal relation between pulpal and periodontal involvement. A periodontal along with endodontic disease has a shifting microbiological spectrum which makes the treatment more complex and hence, the disease is required to be diagnosed adequately. Aim: The aim of this study was to analyze the prevalence and awareness of endo-perio lesions among dentists. Materials and methods: This was a prospective questionnaire based study conducted among 300 Dentists. The questionnaire was designed to collect information regarding each participant dentist’s awareness of these lesions and also, prevalence. Statistical analysis: Descriptive statistics was performed to analyze mean values, standard deviations (SD), frequencies and percentages of all the study parameters. Pearson’s correlation and Chi-square tests were employed for determining significance. Probability of lesser than 0.05 was statistically significant. Results: Only 45% Dentists demonstrated awareness on endo-perio lesions. 22.1 %, 37.9 % and 40% prevalence were seen in less than 25 years, 25 to 50 years and more than 50 years, respectively. 62.3% and 37.7% prevalence in male and female subjects was seen. Mandibular arch showed higher prevalence than maxillary arch (57.2 % Vs 47.8 %) while molars (25.05%) were found to show maximum involvement when compared with premolars, canines and incisor groups (25.05 %, 23.06 % and 12.34 %, respectively). Conclusion: There appears to be an under-reporting of endo-perio lesions by dentists due to low awareness. Hence, continuing education is important for the same. Keywords: Endo-perio, dentists, awareness, prevalence.

 
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