Awareness about Prosthodontic Treatment Modalities Based on Socioeconomic Status among Patients Visiting Dental Colleges in Jharkhand, India – A Patient Survey

Abstract

Introduction: The questionnaire-based survey was carried out to evaluate about different types of prosthetic treatment modalities specifically removable prosthesis, fixed teeth supported prosthesis and implants in relation to different socioeconomic factors. Materials and Methods: A close–ended questionnaire-based study was carried out between January 2021 to February 2022 and a total of 1000 patients between 18 to 80 years were selected who were satisfying the inclusion criteria. Results: Females were more aware about removable prosthesis (41.86%) and dental implants (11.99%). Patients with primary level of education were more aware about removable prosthesis (41.25 %). Patients with elementary occupation were least aware (46.61%) about different types of treatment modalities. Professionals had more knowledge about FPD (66.66%). Tendency of fixed teeth supported prosthesis and overall awareness were significantly higher among the patients with monthly income more than Rs.6000/-. Conclusion: Females were more aware about different prosthetic treatment options. Patients with higher education and income were more aware about fixed prosthetic treatment. Patients who were in service and skilled workers were almost equally aware about removable and fixed prosthesis treatment.