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Objective: The objective of this study was to translate the Geriatric Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI) into the Hindi language and assess its validity and reliability for use among people in India. Materials and Methods: GOHAI was translated into the Hindi language and self-administered to 420 subjects aged 55 years or above. The measures for reliability, and concurrent, convergent, and discriminant validity were assessed. The questionnaire sought information about sociodemographic details, habits related to tobacco, dental visits, tooth brushing, and self-reported perceptions of general and oral health. Results: Cronbach's alpha (0.774) showed high internal consistency and homogeneity between items. Low GOHAI scores were associated with the perceptions of poor oral and general health, low satisfaction with oral health, and a perceived need for dental care. Respondents with high socioeconomic status were likely to have high GOHAI scores. Conclusion: The Hindi version of the GOHAI demonstrated acceptable validity and reliability, and will be an important instrument to measure oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) for people in this region.
ABSTRACT
Face is the forefront of aesthetics. Surgical resection of the maxillae and facial structures for treatment of cancer, trauma, congenital deformities or infection causes maxillofacial defect that has serious impact on the individual’s esthetic and has great psychological trauma of social outcast. When the presented defect is extensive and supporting structures is lacking, the rehabilitation and restoring functions is a challenging task. Rehabilitation becomes even more difficult when the problems at defect site are associated with the complications. An attempt has been made to rehabilitate of a patient at terminal stage having extensive maxillofacial defect with inoperable carcinoma, infections, and restricted mouth opening.