15. Myths in Dentistry - Perception or Truth? A Cross Sectional Survey
Mehwash Kashif1, Muhammad Irfan Khan2 and Abdullah Kamran3
ABSTRACT
Objective: To determine the knowledge, attitude and practices of people of Karachi regarding myths in dentistry.
Study Design: Observational / Descriptive / Cross sectional study.
Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the OPD of Karachi Medical and Dental college and citizens of Karachi January 2015 – June 2015.
Materials and Methods: The sample size was 150. Patients were recruited through convenience sampling. Data regarding myths in dentistry was recorded on a predesigned proforma. Data was analyzed using SPSS 17.00. Results: Results of the study shown that people with elderly age i.e. 39-50 years and with illiterate and primary level of education are most commonly involved in myths regarding dentistry. Females are the most common respondents involved in dental myths.
Conclusion: It has been concluded from the study that dental myths are common facet of our community. There is a need to carry out community awareness programmes in order to teach and guide the community for these misconceptions.
Key Words: Dentistry, dental’ mythology, Oral health, belief, culture, Perce tion
Citation of article: Kashif M, Khan MI, Kamran A. Myths in Dentistry - Perception or Truth? A Cross Sectional Survey. Med Forum 2016;27(4):57-60.