Assessment of orthodontic treatment awareness among tribal cohort of adolescents: a cross-sectional questionnaire survey

Smitha V. Shetty; Priyanka Singh; Rabindra S. Nayak; Tarulatha Shyagali; Chaithra K. R.; Sindhu D.

doi:10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20252957

Authors

Smitha V. Shetty Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Priyanka Singh Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1338-5431
Rabindra S. Nayak Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Tarulatha Shyagali Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Chaithra K. R. Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Sindhu D. Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Mathrusri Ramabai Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20252957

Keywords:

Awareness, Malocclusion, Adolescents, Questionnaire, Survey, Tribal, Bangalore

Abstract

Background: Marginalized communities of India mostly live in isolation and have limited access to healthcare service. the aim of the study is to evaluate the level of awareness regarding orthodontic treatment among adolescents residing in tribal Bangalore, as there is very high prevalence of malocclusion.

Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted among 119 adolescents aged (13-17 years) from the Soliga tribe of Bangalore rural area. With prior authorization from the panchayat development officer and the respective school authorities within the tribal community, a survey was be organized across all selected schools.

Results: Significant gaps in orthodontic awareness were identified among 118 adolescents in tribal Bangalore, with 43.2% recognizing orthodontists and 80.5% perceiving treatment as expensive, highlighting the need for education and affordability.

Conclusions: There is a significant gap in orthodontic awareness among tribal adolescents, particularly regarding the functional and long-term health benefits of treatment.

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