Abstract
Abstract BACKGROUND: Stress contributes significantly to the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases; hence, it becomes important to reduce the level of stress for the prevention and management of the same. Students are under extreme pressure to perform, and dentistry is no exception. Yoga is one of the most wonderful gifts India has given to humankind. It dates to 5000 years and its inclusion of regular practice of yoga into one’s life has been known to bring physical and mental well-being. AIM: The study was conducted to assess the knowledge and awareness of yoga and its impact on the oral cavity among dental undergraduates and interns pursuing Bachelor of Dental Surgery in Jammu City, J&K. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional questionnaire study was conducted among undergraduates and interns in Institute of Dental Sciences Jammu, J&K between July 2023 and August 2023; students were asked about the knowledge of yoga and its benefit on oral cavity in a questionnaire. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: The collected data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software 22 version (IBM SPSS Statistics, Chicago). Descriptive statistics were performed. While 264 (91.04%) students believed that yoga helps to enhance focus and attention, only 143 (49.32%) believed that practicing yoga has a positive impact on oral health. Only 104 (35.86%) students believed that practicing yoga has a positive impact on periodontal health, the number was least in the first-year students, but 157 (60.84%) students felt that yoga should be practiced daily at the workplace. CONCLUSION: Dental students are more prone to stress and lack of physical activity. Knowledge and awareness about yoga and its benefits can play an immensely significant role in one’s life. Based on the findings of the study, a sensitization program on the benefits of yoga shall be planned in the students should be motivated to take up yoga in their daily life and at their workplace too.
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