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ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS AMONG PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES IN GEORGIA.
A Pateishvili1, T Lomidze1, M Kalandadze1
1Department of Dentistry, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Georgia.
Georgian Medical News
|June 14, 2026
Summary
Professional athletes in Georgia exhibit high rates of dental caries and tooth wear, linked to beverage consumption, bruxism, stress, and dry mouth. Findings emphasize the need for integrated oral health programs in sports medicine.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Oral Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Professional athletes face unique health challenges, including oral health issues.
- Limited data exists on the oral health status of athletes in Georgia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the oral health status of professional athletes in Georgia.
- To identify risk factors associated with oral diseases in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 470 professional athletes from Georgia.
- Data collection via questionnaires and clinical examinations using standardized indices (DMFT, OHI-S, BEWE, etc.).
- Statistical analysis using SPSS version 23.0.
Main Results:
- High prevalence of dental caries (85.5%) and significant tooth wear (42.1%).
- Associations found between caries and sweet beverage consumption, psychological stress, and dry mouth.
- Tooth wear linked to bruxism; fair oral hygiene with common gingival inflammation.
Conclusions:
- Professional athletes in Georgia have a substantial burden of oral diseases.
- Preventive oral health programs and regular dental screenings are crucial.
- Oral health is integral to overall athlete well-being and performance.
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