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Partial Edentulousness in a Rural Population Based on Kennedy's Classification: Epidemiological Study
P Manimaran1, C Dhinesh Kumar1, D Saisadan1
1Department of Prosthodontics, JKK Nattraja Dental College and Hospital, Komarapalayam, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|December 30, 2017
Summary
Kennedy Class III partial edentulism is prevalent in rural Indian adults aged 30-60. Tooth loss correlates with lower awareness, education, and socioeconomic status.
Area of Science:
- Dental Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Partial edentulism is a significant indicator of dental disease prevalence and treatment outcomes.
- Estimating partial edentulism provides insights into overall oral health status.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the epidemiological features of partial edentulism in a rural Indian population.
- To analyze partial edentulism patterns based on the Kennedy classification in adults aged 30-60 years.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey involving 1000 patients from a rural dental college in Tamilnadu, India.
- Data collection using a pre-tested questionnaire.
- Analysis based on the Kennedy classification of partial edentulism.
Main Results:
- Kennedy Class III was the most frequent type of partial edentulism observed.
- Statistical significance was determined using the Chi-square test (P < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- Kennedy Class III partial edentulism is more common in the studied rural population.
- A significant correlation exists between tooth loss and lower levels of awareness, education, and socioeconomic status.