Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Oral Health Among Families During Covid-19 Lockdown -A Survey

Abstract

Covid-19 or coronavirus is a disease affecting the global population. It was named coronavirus in 1968. It is named because of the crown-like appearance. The disease first originated in Wuhan city of china and was found to have symptoms like fever, dry cough, tiredness, headache, loss of smell or taste etc. Later the disease spread all over the world. To prevent the spread of the disease lockdown was implemented all over the world as it was found to be effective. It is important to maintain good oral health during the pandemic situation. Objective: The main aim of the study is to analyse the knowledge,attitude and practice about oral health during COVID-19 lockdown among families. Material & Methods: A cross sectional survey was done through google docs. a questionnaire containing 17 questions was created, the link was shared to 32 families, 120 subjects.The sampling method used was non-probability convenient sampling. Minimizing the errors in the questioning, planning the questions in simple language and avoiding leading questions were the steps taken to reduce the bias Statistical analysis: The responses obtained were analysed using Chi-Square analysis in SPSS software and represented by a bar chart. Results: From the survey it was found 53.3% of the participants have seen differences in their oral care regime and 54.17% participants have answered that their dental appointments got canceled during lockdown. Conclusion: From this study the knowledge, awareness and practice of oral hygiene were found to be average among families during this COVID-19 lockdown.