ANALYSIS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LIFESTYLE AND ORAL HEALTH STATUS – IDENTIFICATION OF RISK FACTORS

Andreea Mihaela Kiș, Iustin Olariu, Andreea Salcudean, Laria Maria Trusculescu, Dana Emanuela Pitic, Adina Feher, Ramona Amina Popovici

ABSTRACT

Aim of the study Oral health principles are fundamental to maintaining optimal oral and dental health. These principles include regular oral hygiene, a balanced diet, regular dental visits, and ongoing health education [4]. The importance of prevention and health education in dentistry is crucial to preventing oral diseases and maintaining good overall health. The aim of this study is to analyse in detail how different components of lifestyle influence oral health and to identify specific risk factors that can be addressed through preventive interventions Materials and methods: Gathering data from the questionnaires completed by the participants. Conducting an oral assessment for each participant to assess oral health status (presence of caries, periodontal disease, oral lesions). Recording data in Excel and measuring risk in Epi Info or other appropriate statistical software. Results The preventive oral health habits invoked were: 46.59% use of fluoridated toothpaste, 29.55% regular visits to the dentist for professional hygiene and 12.5% confirm daily use of dental floss. The frequency of alcohol consumption was declared daily by 17.05%, several times a week by 30.68% and occasionally at most monthly by 23.86%, of which 4.55% consume more than three drinks per day, 1-2 drinks per day by 7.95%. Conclusions Our study brings to light critical aspects of oral health, relevant for the implementation of public health policies and programs aimed at reducing the negative impact of risk factors on the oral health of the population.

DOI : 10.62610/RJOR.2025.1.18.4