Publications by authors named "Manchikatla Sravani"
Oral health status, treatment needs, and patterns of utilization of dental services among village volunteers in Andhra Pradesh: A cross-sectional multi-stage cluster survey.
Gadde Praveen Manchikatla Sravani Chaitanya Ram Kadiyala Sai Lakshmi Durga Indukuri Uls Poornima Sravani Pampana
J Family Med Prim Care
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the oral health status and dental service utilization among 400 village volunteers in Andhra Pradesh, India, highlighting significant needs for dental care.
- Findings showed that 18% of participants had never visited a dentist, with 94% needing dental treatment, indicating widespread oral health issues such as dental caries and periodontal conditions.
- Conclusions suggest the necessity for targeted interventions to address the poor oral health and unmet treatment needs in this community.