Oral Health Knowledge of Periodontal Disease among University Students

Table 1

Constructed questionnaire items and responses used in this study.

Questions	Yes	No	I do not know
(1) What is the initiating factor of periodontal disease?
Bacterial plaque
Dental calculus
Malnourishment
Hereditary
Diabetes
Infection
(2) What is the most indicating sign of periodontal disease?
Gingival bleeding
Gingival swelling
Gingival redness
Bad breath
(3) What is the effective measure to prevent periodontal disease?
Use toothbrush and dental floss
Good nourishment
Regular visits to the dentist
(4) Do we get rid of bad breath by using mouthwashes?
(5) Is there any relation between gum disease and diabetes?
(6) Is there any relation between gum disease and heart diseases?
(7) Is there any relation between gum disease and smoking?