Research Article
Oral Health Knowledge of Periodontal Disease among University Students
Table 1
Constructed questionnaire items and responses used in this study.
| Questions | Yes | No | I do not know |
| (1) What is the initiating factor of periodontal disease? | Bacterial plaque | Dental calculus | Malnourishment | Hereditary | Diabetes | Infection | (2) What is the most indicating sign of periodontal disease? | Gingival bleeding | Gingival swelling | Gingival redness | Bad breath | (3) What is the effective measure to prevent periodontal disease? | Use toothbrush and dental floss | Good nourishment | Regular visits to the dentist | (4) Do we get rid of bad breath by using mouthwashes? | (5) Is there any relation between gum disease and diabetes? | (6) Is there any relation between gum disease and heart diseases? | (7) Is there any relation between gum disease and smoking? |
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