Relationship between dental anxiety with dental caries and periodontal disease among army recruits in Bangalore city - A cross sectional study.

Introduction: Dental anxiety can affect the dental health status of an individual leading to avoidance behavior, poor oral hygiene and periodontal health and delay in seeking necessary treatment.

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety in army recruits in Bangalore city and to explore the relationship of dental anxiety with dental caries and periodontal disease among army recruits in Bangalore city.

Methodology: The total population of the army recruits in Army Service Corps Center and College was around 1000.