Oral health-related quality of life among gastronomy students of the Regional Autonomous University of Andes
Keywords:
CALIDAD DE VIDA; SALUD BUCAL; ODONTOLOGÍA; ESTUDIANTES DE ODONTOLOGÍA., QUALITY OF LIFE; ORAL HEALTH; DENTISTRY; STUDENTS, DENTAL.Abstract
Introduction: oral diseases impact individuals’ health, self-esteem, and social life, thereby affecting their quality of life.
Objective: to determine the impact of oral health on the well-being of Gastronomy students.
Methods: an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with a purposive sample of 117 Gastronomy students from Universidad Regional Autónoma de los Andes (Ambato, 2023-2024). Data were collected through the OHIP-14Sp questionnaire, which provided the analyzed variables. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were applied, in accordance with medical ethics.
Results: more than 50 % frequently experienced dental sensitivity, 40 % were dissatisfied with the appearance of their teeth, and nearly 20 % reported dental pain affecting their work capacity. A total of 68,2 % had a mild impact and 21,8 % a moderate impact. A significant association was found between female gender and the perception of worse breath (p=0,003) as well as dental sensitivity (p=0,008).
Conclusion: oral health significantly affects the well-being of the study group, with one in three students experiencing dental issues that limit daily activities and social life. A correlation was observed between participants’ gender and their perception of dental aesthetics, with women placing greater importance on the appearance of their teeth.
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