[Table/Fig-2]:
Knowledge of oral diseases among study population
| Knowledge of oral diseases | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Causes of tooth decay | ||
| Bacteria | 55 | 25 |
| Bacteria + sugar | 100 | 47 |
| Others | 53 | 26 |
| None of above | 4 | 2 |
| Prevention of tooth decay | ||
| Regular brushing | 83 | 39.3 |
| Regular brushing + avoiding sweets | 30 | 14.2 |
| Regular dental visit | 53 | 24.6 |
| Others | 46 | 22 |
| Causes of gum disease | ||
| Irregular tooth brushing | 66 | 31 |
| Plaque and calculus | 89 | 42 |
| Consuming sweets | 32 | 15 |
| None of the above | 25 | 12 |
| Prevention of gum disease | ||
| Balanced diet | 30 | 14 |
| Avoiding smoking | 32 | 15 |
| Regular visits | 25 | 12 |
| Regular brushing | 125 | 59 |
| Prevent gum bleeding | ||
| Regular brushing | 8 | 4 |
| Toothbrush, paste, floss | 59 | 28 |
| Vitamin C | 125 | 59 |
| Don’t know | 20 | 9 |