Prevalence of dental calculus, dental caries, attrition rate among Indian breeds of buffaloes in Tamilnadu
A comparative analysis
Keywords:
buffaloes, oral health, dental caries, periodontal diseases, attritionAbstract
Aim: To assess the prevalence of dental caries, Attrition, Gingivitis, periodontitis and dental recession in various breeds of buffaloes. Materials and Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Buffaloes to evaluate the prevalence of oral health status among various breeds of buffaloes in Tamilnadu. The study took place for two months, from February 2021 to March 2021, until the desired sample of subjects were recruited for the study. A total of 122 buffaloes were recruited from the blue cross, nanganallur buffalo farm and various Veterinary colleges in Tamilnadu based on the simple random sampling method. Results: The association of various breeds of buffaloes and gingivitis, periodontitis, dental recession, dental Attrition. Buffalo breeds showed a statistically significant association with gingivitis, periodontitis, dental recession, or dental Attrition. (P<0.01). Conclusion: The present study reported that the breed of buffaloes had a significant association with the dental recession, periodontal diseases and attrited teeth. In the modern era, oral health is a reflection of overall health.
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