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Knowledge and Awareness Regarding Effects of Soil on Dental Health
Corresponding Author(s) : Venkataramana ambati
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026): 2026 Volume -14 - Issue 2
Abstract
Recognition of the relationship between soils and human health dates back to ancient times and soil degradation has certainly been an important issue for human civilization. The intake of food quality and its nutrition value depends to a large extent on the health of soils, in which it is grown.
Aim: To evaluate quantitatively the knowledge and attitude of undergraduate dental students on effects of soil on dental health.
Objectives: To assess the knowledge, awareness, attitude and perception among undergraduate dental students regarding effects of soil on dental health.
Methodology: Role of Soils and Its Trace Element Concentration on Human Dental Health
Results: In the study population, majority of them were females with 78% and males were 22%.
Conclusion: Based on the review of literature, it is deeply realised that there is a strong connection between soil and human teeth