Educational intervention to improve oral health beliefs and behaviors during pregnancy

2015 ◽  
Vol 90 (2) ◽  
pp. 41-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Narjes Bahri ◽  
Hamid R. Tohidinik ◽  
Nasrin Bahri ◽  
Hamid R. Iliati ◽  
Mahdi Moshki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Beliefs ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
Oral Health Beliefs

scholarly journals Gender-specific oral health beliefs and behaviors among adult patients attending King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-231 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abed Al-Hadi Hamasha ◽  
Abeer Alshehri ◽  
Aljazi Alshubaiki ◽  
Fatimah Alssafi ◽  
Hoda Alamam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Beliefs ◽  
Adult Patients ◽  
Medical City ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
Oral Health Beliefs ◽  
Gender Specific

scholarly journals An exploration of the oral health beliefs and behaviors of people living with HIV in Mangalore, India: a qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anisha Rodrigues ◽  
Vijaya Hegde ◽  
Adarsh V. Hegde ◽  
Suresh G. Shastri ◽  
D. N. Ravikumar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Beliefs ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Oral Diseases ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Healthcare Needs ◽  
And Behaviors ◽  
Oral Health Beliefs ◽  
Living With Hiv

Abstract Introduction People living with HIV (PLWHIV) have increased oral healthcare needs due to an increase in the prevalence of oral and dental diseases. Their oral health is influenced by psychosocial, behavioral and biologic factors. The aim of this study was to explore and obtain a deeper understanding of the oral health beliefs and behaviors of PLWHIV that could potentially affect their oral health. Methods We have used the Health Belief Model (HBM) and qualitative methods using in-depth interviews with 16 PLWHIV. Content analysis of the transcribed data was done. The data was grouped under the constructs of the HBM. Findings The perceived susceptibility to oral diseases and awareness on the importance of good oral health was low. Regular tooth brushing and traditional methods for oral hygiene maintenance were considered beneficial. Regular dental visits were not considered important. Psychosocial issues, time and financial constraints were the barriers. Participants believed that information on oral health should be provided by the health providers in hospitals and dental clinics.  Conclusion The findings on the oral health beliefs and behaviors support the need for education on oral health and preventive healthcare practices among PLWHIV. Oral health promotion should include behavioral change as one of its components.

Oral Health Beliefs in Diverse Populations

1997 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 235-243 ◽  
Author(s):  
T.T. Nakazono ◽  
P.L. Davidson ◽  
R.M. Andersen
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Beliefs ◽  
Health Belief ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Preventive Practices ◽  
Oral Health Beliefs ◽  
The Impact

Using data from population-based samples of adults participating in the ICS-II USA study, and using principal components analysis, we constructed oral health belief measures corresponding to the Health Belief Model (HBM) dimensions. Tests of validity and reliability were performed. Scales measuring perceived benefit of preventive practices and seriousness of oral disease had the highest validity and reliability. We used multiple regression analysis to examine sociodemographic predictors of perceived benefits of preventive practices. Race-ethnicity and age cohort were significant predictors among Baltimore and San Antonio adults. White adults and middle-aged persons in both research locations were more likely to believe in the benefit of preventive practices. Female gender, higher educational attainment, and better self-rated health were significant indicators of more positive oral health beliefs in every research location. Results also characterize persons who place lower value on preventive practices (i.e., males, less-educated persons, and those reporting poorer self-rated health). The design of effective dental public health messages and outreach efforts requires an analysis of the individual's health orientation and the factors influencing oral health beliefs. Oral health education interventions designed to improve health beliefs should contain an evaluation component for assessing the impact of education on health practices and oral health status.

Oral health beliefs and behavior among young adults in Appalachian Kentucky

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 113-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew W. Savage ◽  
Allison M. Scott ◽  
Joanna A. Aalboe ◽  
Sharlee Burch ◽  
Pamela Sparks Stein VanArsdall ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Beliefs ◽  
Appalachian Kentucky ◽  
Oral Health Beliefs ◽  
And Behavior
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