Abstract:
BACKGROUND: Periodontal diseases are diseases that involve the periodontal
structures beyond the gingival and lead to loss of connective tissue attachment
such as Gingiva, Cementum, Periodontal ligament and Alveolar bone. Periodontal
diseases are among the widest spread diseases in mankind. The oral cavity is not a
sterile cavity; there are more than 500 bacterial species that are capable of
colonizing in the oral cavity.
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to assess prevalence of periodontal
disease among dental patients visiting Zewidetu Memorial hospital, dental wing in
the year 2013, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
METHODS and MATERIALS: A cross sectional study was conducted to assess the
prevalence of periodontal disease among patients visiting Zewidetu Memorial
hospital, dental wing. Simple random sampling technique was used to determine
the sample size. Data was collected using structured questionnaire and oral
examination was done by qualified dental intern using mirror, explorer, and
periodontal probe.
RESULTS:
Conclusion: The oral hygiene status in this study population was very
poor. The majority had plaque, calculus, gingival bleeding and
periodontal disease. Risk factors for PD includes age >35 years, low
level of education, plaque and calculus deposition and smoking.
Gingival recession was associated with age calculus and gingival
inflammation. None of the patients with the age group 12 – 19 exhibits
any periodontal disease.
RECOMMENDATION: Oral health education should be given to all
people to prevent periodontal disease. Patients should keep their oral
hygiene and give attention for their present oral health
