Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2020
Volume : Volume 11
Issue : Issue 2
Address for correspondence :
Dr. Abhishek Gupta.
drabhishekgupta30373a@gmail.com
Background: To evaluate the awareness and knowledge about dental implants among the patients visiting a Dental college. Materials and Methods: This survey Study was done using 14 questions based validated questionnaire among the patients visiting the OPD of dental hospital from august 2019 to November 2019. Results: Among the 340 patients, 234 (68.4%) agreed to participate in the study. Among the 234 participants 103 (44%) were males and 133(56.8%) were females. The mean age was 35.35 years of age, and mean being 37.3 for males and 33.4 for females. Most of the patients were not aware of implants as an option for replacement and denture support. Most of them did not adequate knowledge about implant and its outcomes as well. Conclusion: There is a severe lack of awareness and knowledge among the patients, so we need to plan programs, advertisements and education modules for the same.
Keywords: Implant; awareness; edentulousness.
