NGHIÊN CỨU CÁC YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN ĐẾN TÌNH TRẠNG VÀ ĐIỀU TRỊ BỆNH NHA CHU CỦA SINH VIÊN TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC TRÀ VINH

Abstract

Research objective: Analysis of some factors related to the status and treatment of periodontal disease of first-year students at Tra Vinh University in 2024. Research methods: Cross-sectional descriptive study with analysis, using random sampling method. Conducted from May 2024 to May 2025 at the Faculty of Dentistry - Tra Vinh University Hospital. Interview subjects directly according to the information collection form, the interviewer records the answers. Results: Factors related to periodontal condition and treatment include: tooth brushing time with OR (95% CI): 1,73 (1,10 - 2,71), ever visited the dentist with OR (95% CI): 2,50 (1,60 - 3,91), regular dental check-ups with OR (95% CI): 2,55 (1,44 - 4,52). The difference was statistically significant with p < 0,05. 77,0% did not need treatment for bleeding gums, 44,3% did not need scaling, 86,8% did not need treatment for deep pockets, there were no cases that needed or really needed treatment. Conclusions: The need for periodontal treatment among students is very low. It is necessary to develop oral care programs and raise awareness of oral care among students.