Assessment of precautionary measures practiced and impact of nationwide lockdown on psychological health of dental professional of maharashtra due to covid -19 pandemic: A cross sectional study

Abstract

Aim: To assess the precautionary measure practiced and the impact of nationwide lockdown due to COVID -19 among dental professionals of Maharashtra. Method: A total of 2056 dental professionals complete the questionnaire based survey. Chi-square test was done to compare the practices between male and female dental professionals. Result: A statistical significant difference was found between male and female dental professionals with respect to precautionary measures practiced. 70% participants reported a negative impact on their psychological health post nationwide lockdown. Conclusion: Male dental professionals of Maharashtra need to be motivated to practice precautionary measures to protect themselves against COVID -19 infection. Dental professionals also need to follow certain guidelines to improve their psychological well-being post nationwide lockdown.