Correlation of socioeconomic status with orodental diseases among inhabitants of Landi Kotal
Abstract
Introduction: Oral health issues like tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss can develop because of neglected oral health. The prevalence of these diseases and socioeconomic level are highly correlated. The current study research investigates the relationship between socioeconomic status and the prevalence of oral and dental diseases among people in Landi Kotal, Khyber Agency, Pakistan.
Methodology: The data was collected from Landi Kotal Khyber Agency. All the individuals visiting the dental care unit of the DHQ, Landi Kotal were examined. Collected data was analyzed and the frequency distribution of each group data was determined.
Results: In terms of gender distribution, there were 43.8 % female patients and 56.2 % male patients. Children between ages of 1 and 10 had the highest prevalence of dental illnesses among male patients, followed by those between the ages of 11 and 20. The highest occurrence was seen in females between the ages of 21 and 30, followed by those between 41 and 50. According to the study, dental problems are more common in these age groups because of a lack of education, low socioeconomic conditions, and a lack of awareness of dental hygiene. With 73 % of patients reporting sensitivity, the study indicated that tooth sensitivity was common among the population.
Conclusion: Overall, the research points to several factors that may be responsible for the high incidence of oral and dental disorders among residents of Landi Kotal, Pakistan, including low socioeconomic position, illiteracy, poor oral hygiene practices, and restricted access to dental care.
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