The Prevalence of Smokeless Tobacco Consumption and Its Effects on Gingival and Periodontal Health Among the Adults in the Emirates of Sharjah, UAE – A Cross-Sectional Study

Autor: Mohammed Marwan Mansoor, Abdelhakim Ahmed Amir Mahmoud, Badrkhan Mohammed Hesham, Emam Amr Ahmed Ibrahim, Alshatti Abdullaziz, Shetty Raghavendra M
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, Vol 16, Iss 6, Pp 1447-1452 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 0976-4879
0975-7406
DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_857_23
Popis: IntroductionSmokeless tobacco (SLT) has been linked with various oral signs and symptoms, such as oral mucosal lesions and gingival and periodontal effects. However, there is limited research on the prevalence of SLT use and its impact on gingival and periodontal health in the adult population of the Emirates of Sharjah. AimTo assess the prevalence of SLT consumption and its effects on gingival and periodontal health in the adult population of the Emirates of Sharjah. MethodsThe study evaluated 171 dentate patients aged 18–77 years who use SLT or are nonsmokers. Data were collected through a questionnaire on SLT use and periodontal health assessed using plaque index, gingival index (GI), attachment score, and gingival recession (GR). Statistical analysis was done using SPSS 27.0 version. ResultsAmong 390 screened participants, 28 subjects (21 males and 7 females) were SLT users with prevalence of 7.18%. No significant differences were found in plaque index, GI, or periodontal pocket depth. However, SLT users had significantly higher clinical attachment loss scores (mean 4.01 mm, SD 0.35) compared to non-users (mean 1.49 mm, SD 1.12). Significant differences were also observed in GR. ConclusionsThis study provides insights into the prevalence and impact of SLT use on periodontal and gingival health in UAE adults. SLT usage is associated with a higher risk of periodontitis and gingivitis, indicating the need for awareness and intervention. Further research is required to validate results and consider confounding factors.
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