Exploring the knowledge of oral health and nutrition among Saudi Arabian dental professionals: a nationwide survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The association between diet and oral health is complex, yet understanding the influence of nutrition on oral health among dental professionals is limited. This study aimed to assess the knowledge levels of dental professionals in Saudi Arabia regarding the relationship between diet and oral health.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 211 dental professionals in Saudi Arabia using an 18-item questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using SPSS v23.0. Descriptive statistics were used to calculate the mean, standard deviation (SD), and proportions. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test assessed data normality, while the Chi-squared test and post-hoc Tukey analysis were applied to evaluate associations between variables.

Results

The findings revealed t

SUBMITTER: Parveen S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11668056 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature