The comparison of the dental needs of patients from Poland and Ukraineaged 21-30 years old based on panoramic radiographs

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Introduction. Oral diseases are a serious problem of today’s population. Amongst the leading causes of oral health diseases, untreated dental caries, edentulism and severe periodontal disease are identified. The condition of the oral cavity in patients aged 21-30 years varies depending on multiple factors, such as diet, lifestyle, hygiene of the oral cavity, availability of dental care and many others. Aim. The aim of this study was to compare the dental treatment needs of young adults from Poland and Ukraine based on panoramic X-rays. Materials and methods. The material was derived from the database of panoramic radiographs taken in the years 2017-2022 at the Department of Dental and Maxillofacial Radiodiagnostics. Results. Mean number of teeth in patients from Ukraine and Poland was comparable. The mean number of teeth with fillings was higher in Polish patients. The number of carious cavities in patients from Ukraine and Poland was similar. Both periapical lesions and teeth qualified for extraction were more frequently observed in Ukrainian patients. The average number of impacted third molars per person was higher in Polish patients. The study took into account gender differences. Discussion. The authors studied the intensity of caries in different age groups, the condition of periodontal tissues, and the incidence of retained third molars. Epidemiological studies were conducted to assess the oral health of patients of different nationalities and to analyze their attitudes toward oral health through a questionnaire. Conclusions. The dental status of the studied Ukrainian and Polish patients shows no significant differences, unsatisfactory level of treatment and comparable dental needs. Słowa kluczowe: dental caries, dentistry in Ukraine, oral health, dental public health, educational status, dental hygiene