International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences

International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences

Cross-sectional study of Oral Health-related Quality of Life in Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, Nigeria: A Pilot Study

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Ukachi Chiwendu Nnawuihe 1
Adolphus Odogun Loto 2
Ezekiel Taiwo Adebayo 3
Ikponmwosa Augustine Edomwonyi 4
Jesupemi Ayobami Babatunde 5
Olayinka Timothy Edun 5
1 Department of Public Health, Intercountry Centre for Oral Health for Africa, Jos, Nigeria
2 Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Nigeria
3 Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Nigeria
4 Department of Preventive Dentistry, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Nigeria
5 Dental Centre, University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Ondo, Nigeria
10.30485/ijsrdms.2025.504868.1640
Abstract
Background and aim: This study presents an oral health survey in Ile-Oluji, Nigeria, following the establishment of a dental clinic at the local Primary Health Care Center. The objective was to establish baseline data for future interventions.
Material and methods: A cross-sectional study involving 400 participants was conducted using multi-stage sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and oral examinations. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS (p < 0.05).
Results: The study population was predominantly young, with a mean age of 29.4 ± 3.7 years, and 77% were aged 15–34. Only 13% had ever visited a dentist. Sub-optimal oral hygiene was common, as 20% had calculus deposits, and only 29.5% brushed their teeth twice daily. Despite 90.5% using a toothbrush and toothpaste daily, the caries prevalence was 21.5% (10% in males, 11.5% in females), with 63.5% consuming refined sugar at least once daily. Periodontal assessment showed that 5.5% had gingivitis and 10% had periodontitis. Although only 3% rated their oral health as poor, the overall quality of life score was low. The mean DMFT was 0.39 ± 0.03, with decayed, missing, and filled teeth contributing 55.1%, 30.8%, and 14.1%, respectively.
Conclusions: This population, despite a high self-rated oral health status, experienced poor dental visits, suboptimal oral hygiene practices, and a low quality of life. Adjunct services, including auxiliary training and increased awareness campaigns, are recommended to promote early uptake of dental care.
Keywords
Oral Health
Primary Health Care
Quality of Life

Subjects

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International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences
Volume 7, Issue 1
Winter 2025
Pages 1-6

  • Receive Date 04 January 2025
  • Revise Date 13 February 2025
  • Accept Date 23 February 2025
  • Publish Date 28 February 2025