Educational Intervention Program Based On Health Belief Model To Promote Knowledge And Awareness About The Bi Directional Link Between Diabetes And Periodontitis

Abstract

Introduction-Theinterrelationship of periodontitis and diabetes mellitus has been proven, in factperiodontitis aggravates the diabetic status and is considered the sixth complication of diabetes. Patients with diabetes are not adequately informed about the increased risk of oral disorders and the link between diabetes and periodontitis. This study aimed to investigate the effect of training based on health belief model (HBM) on oral hygiene-related behaviors in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Objectives-To assess pre and post knowledge and to promote the awareness about the bi directional link between Diabetes and Periodontitis based on HBM in patients with Type II Diabetes Mellitus.

Methodology-The study was conducted on patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The data collection was done using a valid and reliable questionnaire based on HBM in which the patients filled the questionnaire pre and post intervention. Educational intervention was in the form of audio-visual presentation after pre-test assessment.

Results-After intervention, awareness of the patients and perceived susceptibility, benefits, self-efficacy, cue to action and performance in oral and dental hygiene-related behaviours had a significant increase (p < 0.05).

Conclusion- Implementing the HBM educational intervention program with focus on benefits of self-management has positive impact on diabetic patients.