Awareness on the Association Between Periodontitis and Metabolic Syndrome among General Practitioners

Abstract

Aim: The aim of the survey was to assess the awareness on the association between periodontitis and metabolic syndrome among general practitioners

Materials and Methods: The present observational cross sectional study was conducted among General Practitioners. The study was conducted in the locality of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The rationale behind the study was explained to the general practitioners and their permission was obtained to conduct the study. A total of 78 general practitioners were assessed using an online questionnaire that consisted of 10 questions that analyzed their awareness regarding periodontal diseases and its association with metabolic syndrome.

Results: A total of 78 general practitioners were assessed regarding their awareness about metabolic syndrome and its association to periodontitis. On analysis of data, it was observed that nearly 64.1% of the practitioners were not entirely aware of what Metabolic Syndrome was and nearly 59% of them were unaware of the predilection of periodontitis among patients with metabolic syndrome.

Conclusion: From this study, it was concluded that there was a lack of knowledge regarding the association of periodontal health and metabolic syndrome, and it is of paramount importance to impart further knowledge regarding the etiology and association of both periodontal disease and metabolic syndrome and their appropriate treatment and prevention modalities.