Knowledge and Attitude of Mother with Regards to Emergency Management of Dental Trauma and Avulsion- A Clinical Study in Bihar

ABSTRACT

Background: Traumatic dental injuries are the most unanticipated events that, if not managed appropriately can have serious consequences for the patient. The dental trauma leads to varying degree of consequences right from abrasion of soft tissue to, displacement and loss of tooth (avulsion) and associated structure. Aims and objective: To assess the general knowledge of mothers with regards to immediate dental trauma (Avulsion) management and their attitude towards public education through a questionnaire. Methods: Total of 200 participants was taken and a detailed questionnaire is provided. Results: 200 mothers of different background were participated. In among 200 mothers 22.5% were below 10th standard and only 6% knows about dental trauma, among 10th -12 standard only 13% aware about dental trauma, however among graduate mother it is 45%. Conclusion: This study showed the need of a more effective communication between dental professionals and mothers to better handle dental emergencies. Intervention programmes should be considered to increase mothers awareness regarding dental injuries.