Objective: To assess the perception of patients regarding periodontal diseases and their management coming to

University Dental Hospital, the University of Lahore.

Methodology: This study was descriptive correctional in nature. Data was collected with the help of a

questionnaire. A pilot study with the sample size of 100 participants was conducted in University Dental hospital,

University of Lahore.

Results: 42% participants reported that they had any treatment for gum disease such as scaling and root

planning (deep cleaning). 58% participants reported that experience as unpleasant. The reason for this as per the

participants was the cost of dental treatment in the last visit (44%). 84% participants perceived that scaling as

cleaning of teeth. 66% participants reported that scaling can cause sensitivity. Majority of patients (52%) reported

their oral health as fair.

Conclusion: A modified self-report questionnaire represents a valuable and adequate tool for the screening and

surveillance of periodontitis at the population level.