Résumé
Objective: To compare self-perceived oral symptoms and clinical [plaque index [PI], bleeding on probing [BOP], clinical attachment loss [CAL]] and radiographic [marginal bone loss [MBL]] periodontal parameters among naswar [NW] and non-naswar dippers [NNW]
Methods: One hundred and forty-two individuals [72 patients consuming naswar and 70 controls] were included. All participants completed a baseline questionnaire that included information regarding demographic characteristics and self-perceived oral symptoms. Clinical periodontal parameters [PI, BOP, PD and CAL] were recorded. MBL was measured on digital panoramic radiographs
Results: Pain in teeth, pain on chewing, bleeding gums and burning sensation in the mouth was significantly worse among NW than NNW [p<0.01]. Clinical periodontal parameters and MBL were significantly high in NW than NNW [p<0.001]. There was statistically significant influence of daily use and mean duration of naswar consumption on the severity of PI, BOP, PD [4 to 6 and >6 mm] and MBL among NW group
Conclusion: Self-perceived oral symptoms and periodontal parameters were worse among naswardippers. It is highly recommended that naswar dipping should be considered a potential threat that could have major effects on periodontal tissues