Year : 2018

Volume : Volume 8

Issue : Issue 3

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Kriti Banerjee.
kriti31banerjee@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  The following study was undertaken to assess the present level of awareness regarding Hepatitis B infections in a dental setting.  Material and Method: A questionnaire was drafted containing 10 objective type questions. The questionnaire was circulated amongst undergraduate dental students (3rd year, 4th year and interns) across all 5 colleges in Himachal Pradesh.  Result: A significantly low student population (40.1%) had received vaccination against HBV, 42.7% of students were unaware of PEP protocol.  Conclusion: Critical understanding of such vital information regarding prevention and mamagment of HBV infection in a dental setup must be provided to each budding healthcare student for the safety of themselves and patients.

Keywords: Hepatitis B infection, Awareness, dental students, dental setup.