IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-8-1-17820 Original Research Paper ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE,AWARENESS AND ATTITUDE ABOUT PERIODONTAL HEALTH AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN AMC MET MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL AHMEDABAD - A QUESTIONNAIRE BASED SURVEY. Chandana Dr. Dr.Payal Purohit Dr. January 2019 8 1 01 02 ABSTRACT

 

 Background: Pregnancy can influence gingival health and also the changes in the hormone level and promote inflammation without any changes in the plaque level  termed as Pregnancy Gingivitis.Aim and Objective:To assess and compare the level of knowledge, attitude, and Awareness of periodontal health among pregnant women. Materials&Methods: Awareness of the relationship between oral health and pregnancy, demographics, oral health knowl­edge, oral hygiene, and dental visits during pregnancy and their willingness for treatment to be surveyed by self administered questionnaire from 150 pregnant females.The data was collected, summarized and statistically analyzed Results:Knowledge,awareness and attitude  regarding periodontal disease, and its effect on the pregnancy and birth outcome is very limited. use of interdental aids, extra care during pregnancy and about premature labour and low birth babies are correlated with periodontal oral health. Conclusion:Most pregnant women need more information about oral health, and prevention of gingival and periodontal dis­eases.