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FACTORS RELATED TO TOOTH LOSS AMONG INDUSTRIAL WORKERS IN PHATHUM THANI, THAILAND
Summary
Tooth loss affects over 60% of Thai industrial workers, primarily due to dental caries. Factors like poor oral hygiene, existing dental issues, and lifestyle choices significantly increase the risk of tooth loss in this population.
Area of Science:
- Oral Health Research
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Tooth loss is a significant oral health concern in Thailand.
- Industrial workers represent a population group requiring targeted oral health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of tooth loss among Thai industrial workers.
- To identify factors associated with tooth loss in this demographic.
- To inform the development of preventive oral health programs.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 1,500 adult industrial workers in Nava Nakorn Industrial Estate, Thailand.
- Probability proportion to size cluster sampling with 16 clusters.
- Data collection via a validated oral health questionnaire.
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of tooth loss was 62.2%.
- Dental caries was the leading cause of tooth loss (60%).
- Associated factors included poor oral hygiene, dental caries with exposed pulp, periodontal disease, history of accidents, denture use, and daily consumption of snacks and candy.
Conclusions:
- Multiple clinical, socio-economic, and lifestyle factors are linked to tooth loss in Thai industrial workers.
- Preventive oral health programs should address these identified risk factors.
- Targeted interventions are crucial for this high-risk population.
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