ArticleMedical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre2019
Association between Diabetes Mellitus and Periodontal Diseases: A Survey of the Opinions of Dental Professionals.
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- The Correlations Between Diabetes Mellitus and Oro-Maxillofacial Disorders: A Statistical Perspective.Dentistry journal · 2025Article
- Influence of Diabetes on Periapical Pathology in Treated and Untreated Teeth: A Cross-Sectional Comparison with Non-Diabetic Patients.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Linking systemic diseases with oral health: Awareness among general physician.Bioinformation · 2025Article
- Public Awareness of the Association between Periodontal Disease and Systemic Disease.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Medical Conditions, Oral Health Practices, and Barriers to Treatment among Patients Visiting a Teaching Dental Hospital in Eastern Saudi Arabia.TheScientificWorldJournal · 2022Article
- Effectiveness and Practicality of eKTANG as a Digital Treatment for Diabetes and Relevant Influence Factors.Iranian journal of public health · 2022Article
- [Risk factors and nutritional status analysis in patients with liver cirrhosis and concomitant chronic periodontitis].Zhonghua gan zang bing za zhi = Zhonghua ganzangbing zazhi = Chinese journal of hepatology · 2021Article
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Abstract
objectiveThis cross-sectional survey aimed to assess the knowledge of dentists and dental assistants practicing in Saudi Arabia regarding diabetes mellitus (DM) and periodontal diseases. SUBJECTS AND
methodsWe used a pretested, closed-ended, multiple-choice questionnaire covering 2 principal sections: the assessment of previous educational training and practice, and the knowledge and scientific background regarding DM and periodontal diseases. The responses were grouped using the Likert-type scale.
resultsThe questionnaire showed a high reliability value of 0.805 as determined by a Cronbach's α. Out of 365 subjects who were initially interviewed, 239 subjects participated (response rate 65.5%): general dentists (45.6%) and dental hygienists and assistants (54.4%). Of the participating dentists, 70.4% were males; in contrast, 87.7% of dental assistants were female. Eighty-five percent of the participants strongly agreed that evidence supports the association between periodontal diseases and DM. Remarkably, dental assistants (78%) agreed more than dentists (68.5%) that diabetic patients with periodontal conditions would have worse glycemic control compared to diabetic patients with no periodontal diseases. Seventy-five percent of the respondents were confident about performing oral health screening for diabetic patients. Significantly more dental assistants showed their desire to expand their practice to include oral health screening (85%) and education compared to dentists (74%).
conclusionsBoth dentists and dental assistants in Saudi Arabia revealed a satisfactory knowledge level regarding the periodontal disease-diabetes interactions with no significant difference between the two groups. Further studies are recommended to assess the attitude of dental care providers while dealing with diabetic patients.
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