ORAL HEALTH STATUS AMONG BANK EMPLOYEES AND ITS RELATION WITH STRESS IN JAIPUR CITY

Background: Occupational stress has emerged as a major public health concern among banking professionals due to increasing workload, rapid technological transformation, stringent performance targets, and customer-related pressures. Chronic stress has been linked with various adverse systemic and oral health outcomes, including periodontal disease, dental caries, and poor oral hygiene practices. However, limited evidence is available regarding the relationship between occupational stress and oral health among bank employees in India. Aim: To assess the oral health status of bank employees and evaluate its association with occupational stress among employees working in public and private sector banks in Jaipur city.