Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 9
  • Issue: 10

Association of frequency of toothbrushing to periodontal findings in elderly subjects of Dakshina Kannada District

1Reader, Department of Periodontics, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte Deemed to Be University

2Former B.D.S Student, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte Deemed to Be University

*Corresponding author: Smitha Shetty Reader, Department of Periodontics, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte Deemed to Be University, E mail id- drsmithashetty@nitte.edu.in

Online published on 1 November, 2018.

Abstract

The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between self-reported toothbrushing frequency to gingivitis and periodontal parameters in a group of elderly males.

A randomized cross-sectional study of 90 dentate patients aged 60–75 years old was conducted. The full mouth recording of periodontal pockets and clinical attachment level was done. These periodontal findings indicated the severity of periodontal disease. Data regarding age and toothbrushing habits were collected. Statistical Analysis was done

Brushing twice a day promotes better periodontal health. Hence it very important to educate each and every individual about the advantages of brushing twice daily.

Keywords

Toothbrushing, periodontal pocket, clinical attachment level, periodontitis