Study Results of the Oral Health Care Program for Diabetic Patients with Periodontitis Condition Banthi Hospital, Lamphun Province
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Diabetes is a major global health issue that significantly impacts the quality of life of patients, including effects on oral health. To examine the periodontal condition and the effects of oral healthcare in diabetic patients, the study aimed to compare knowledge scores and oral health care behaviors before and after receiving dental care from dental professionals. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a sample of 51 diabetic patients who had at least 20 natural teeth and periodontal pockets deeper than 3 millimeters, who received care at the diabetes clinic of Banthi Hospital in Lamphun Province. The data collection tools included an oral health care outcome survey and a knowledge test on oral health care. The study was conducted from January to June 2024. Data analysis utilized descriptive statistics and Paired Sample t-Test. The results revealed that the average age of participants was 61 years, with an average weight of 63.9 kilograms and an average blood glucose level of 141.2 mg/dL. Most participants demonstrated inadequate oral health care behaviors, such as not using interproximal cleaning devices and infrequently visiting the dentist. After receiving oral health care from dental professionals, there was a significant reduction in periodontal conditions and a notable improvement in oral health knowledge (p-value < 0.05). In conclusion, enhancing the oral health care program for diabetic patients with periodontitis condition at Banthi hospital, Lamphun province delivered by dental professionals effectively improved the oral health care behaviors and overall oral health of diabetic patients, which may help reduce diabetes-related complications.
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