- 수도권 지역 일부 성인의 구취자각증상과 관련요인
- ㆍ 저자명
- 한경순,Han. Gyeong-Soon
- ㆍ 간행물명
- JKSDH : Journal of Korean Society of Dental Hygiene
- ㆍ 권/호정보
- 2013년|13권 3호|pp.475-480 (6 pages)
- ㆍ 발행정보
- 한국치위생학회
- ㆍ 파일정보
- 정기간행물| PDF텍스트
- ㆍ 주제분야
- 기타
Objectives : The aim of this study was to analyze self-perceived oral malodor symptoms and associated factors among adults in metropolitan area. Methods : This research was based on self-perceived oral malodor symptoms survey in 413 adults from March 5 to May 7, 2012. Data were analyzed with chi-square test, and stepwise multiple regression analysis using SPSS WIN 12.0 program and significance level was set at p<0.05. Results : The prevalence rate of self-perceived oral malodor symptoms was 62.7%. The most influencing factors of self-perceived oral malodor symptoms was age. The other factors were self-perception stress level, exercise, and periodontitis in the order. Conclusions : In order to reduce self-perceived oral malodor symptoms, it is necessary to maintain mental and physical soundness basically.