scholarly journals Dental Caries and Oral Health Behavior Assessment Among Portuguese Adolescents

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nélio Jorge Veiga ◽  
Maria Helena de Cecchi ◽  
Johnny Martins ◽  
Inara Pereira da Cunha ◽  
Marcelo de Castro Meneghim
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Deciduous Teeth ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Portuguese Adolescents

AbstractIntroductionIt is during the school phase that children and adolescents consolidate healthy behaviors, which will contribute to the decrease of diseases, especially in the reduction of dental caries. The main objective of the present study was to assess the decayed, missing and filled deciduous and permanent teeth index and oral health behaviors among Portuguese adolescents.Materials and methodsAn observational cross-sectional study was designed including a sample of 694 adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18 years old from five public schools in the Viseu and Guarda districts, Portugal. After a self-administered questionnaire was filled out by the participants, a clinical examination was carried out in order to assess oral status and dental caries identification. A descriptive analysis of the variables was performed using the Chi-square, Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests (p<0.05).ResultsThe decayed, missing and filled permanent teeth index was 2.91±2.9 and the decayed, missing and filled deciduous teeth index was 1.10±1.4. Of the total sample, 73% consumed sugary food on a daily basis, 54.7% drank bottled water, 50.1% considered oral health good, 70.8% did not report pain in the last 12 months, but noticed gingival bleeding (51.5%). Most adolescents (79.4%) brushed their teeth daily and 60% did not use dental floss. Of the total sample, 96.4% had a dental appointment in the last 12 months, being 46.4% due to prevention treatments. The high decayed, missing and filled deciduous teeth index was associated with low maternal scholarship, male gender and living in a rural residence area (p<0.05). Adolescents who brush their teeth daily presented a good perception about their oral health (p<0.001).ConclusionsPortuguese adolescents presented a low decayed, missing and filled deciduous and permanent teeth index index. The decayed, missing and filled deciduous teeth index was associated with sociodemographic factors. Oral hygiene habits were associated with self-perception of oral health. It is suggested that oral health promotion and prevention programs should be improved in schools in order to reduce the risks of oral disease development.

scholarly journals Dental caries and oral health behavior assessments among portuguese adolescents.

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 300-308
Author(s):  
Nélio Jorge Veiga ◽  
◽  
Maria Helena Ribeiro De Checchi ◽  
Johnny Martins ◽  
Inara Pereira da Cunha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Food Intake ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Portuguese Adolescents

Introduction: Adolescents have a high risk of developing caries in Portugal. The present study is designed to assess dental caries experience among the adolescents by the application of DMFT index, characterize the oral health risk factors and to determine the association between caries experience and socio-demographic variables. The characterization of the oral health behaviors of adolescents of the central region of Portugal will help in the development of specific oral health education strategies to improve oral health among the local communities. Material and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among a convenient sample of 694 adolescents aged 12 to 18 years attending public schools in two Portuguese districts using a structured questionnaire designed to investigate oral health and behavior of participants. In addition, a clinical examination was carried out noting the decayed, missing and filled teeth. A descriptive analysis of the variables was performed using the Chi-square, Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests (p<0.05). A multivariate analysis was applied for analysis of the association between variables. Results: The mean DMFT index score of 2.91±2.9 was obtained. Of the total sample, 73% consumed sugary food daily, 50.1% considered having good oral health and 70.8% did not report pain in the last 12 months. Most adolescents (79.4%) brushed their teeth daily and 60% did not use dental floss. Of the total sample, 96.4% had a dental appointment in the last 12 months, 46.4% of which was for preventive purposes. Applying the Chi-square statistical test, we verified that the adolescents who brush their teeth daily presented a good perception about their oral health (p<0.001), the DMFT index scores were associated with the residence area (p=0.01) and the presence of dental caries was associated with the perception of oral health (p=0.049) and sugary food intake (p=0.029).Conclusion: Portuguese adolescents presented a low DMFT index. The DMFT index was associated with residence area, perception of oral health and sugary food intake. Daily toothbrushing was associated with self-perception of oral health. It is suggested that oral health promotion and prevention programs should aim to reduce the risks of oral disease development.

scholarly journals Impact of dental caries on quality of life of adolescents according to access to oral health services: a cross sectional study

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Xavier ◽  
Érica Silva de Carvalho ◽  
Roosevelt da Silva Bastos ◽  
Magali de Lourdes Caldana ◽  
Patrícia Ribeiro Mattar Damiance ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Services

Aim: This study presents the prevalence of dental caries and its relation to the quality of life of adolescents according to the access to dental health services. Methods: Two hundred and fifty-six adolescents between 15 and 19 years of age participated in the study; they were all enrolled in public schools in a countryside municipality of the São Paulo State. Data related to dental caries were evaluated by the DMFT Index, and OHIP-14 was used for evaluating the quality of life. Mann Whitney and Spearmann correlation tests were also used (p<0.05). Results: A DMFT of 3.09 (±3.30) was found with a higher prevalence among the adolescents who used public dental services (3.43±3.34) compared with those who used private services (2.94±3.28). A statistically significant relationship between the decay component of DMFT with physical pain (0.020), physical disability (0.002) and quality of life (0.017) was verified. Conclusions: A low prevalence of dental caries was observed, and it was higher in adolescents who used public oral health services rather than private ones, evidencing the low influence of oral health on the quality of life of the participants.

Oral Health Status and Treatment Needs of Government Employees in New Delhi

2019 ◽  
Vol 67 (12) ◽  
pp. 573-578
Author(s):  
O. P. Kharbanda ◽  
Harsh Priya ◽  
Deepika Mishra ◽  
Shalini Gupta ◽  
Anupama Ivaturi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
World Health ◽  
New Delhi ◽  
Government Employees ◽  
Treatment Needs ◽  
Oral Health Promotion

Oral diseases, including dental caries, periodontitis, and edentulism (toothlessness), affect about 3.5 billion people worldwide. A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the oral health status and treatment needs of government employees employed at an organization in New Delhi. Oral health information was recorded using the standard World Health Organization’s (WHO) Oral Health Assessment Tool. A total of 476 employees at various levels of administration were screened at their worksite. Dental caries and periodontal disease were present in more than half of the participants. Around 56% had decayed teeth, 20% had missing teeth, and 16% had filled teeth. Bleeding from gums was seen in 71% and periodontitis in 59% of participants. Preventive treatment and oral health promotion was required in at least 41% of the screened individuals. Annual workplace oral examinations may help in decreasing the oral disease burden and create awareness on the oral health among employees.

scholarly journals DENTAL CARIES AND PARENTS' KNOWLEDGE LEVEL IN MAINTAINING CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH THROUGH TELESURVEY IN CIMAHI

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (Volume 1 No 2) ◽  
pp. 131-141
Author(s):  
Rina Putri Noer Fadilah ◽  
Joana Rante Arung ◽  
Novia Septiani ◽  
Intan Wijayanthi ◽  
Tania Syifomade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Elementary School Students ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
School Students ◽  
Screening Process ◽  
Cross Sectional

Dental caries is the most common dental disease suffered by the Indonesian population, especially elementary school children—an oral dental condition caused by various factors, including children's lack of parental knowledge. The existence of a government program through the UKGS requires screening for every child in elementary school. The Covid-19 pandemic has hampered the screening process in elementary schools because students study online at home. This study aims to conduct a telesurvey of dental caries in children and determine parents' knowledge in maintaining the health of children's oral teeth. The cross-sectional method and the questionnaire were used in this study as a measuring tool. Furthermore, dental examinations are carried out using a gadget/mobile phone uploaded to the google form. The analysis used in this study is the univariate method. The results showed that 340 elementary school students at Padasuka Health Center had the primary teeth' caries index in the medium category. The caries index of the permanent teeth was in the deficient class. The prevalence of caries in elementary school students at Padasuka Health Center is 80%. At the same time, parental awareness regarding the maintenance of children's oral health is considered in the high category. The telesurvey conducted on elementary school students at Padasuka Health Center was used as an illustration to determine the status of oral health, particularly dental caries. Hopefully, the telesurvey will make it easier for respondents and health workers to assess oral health.

scholarly journals Impact of Dental Caries on the Quality of Life of Preschool Children in Salvador, Bahia

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Anyele Jesus Matos ◽  
Maria Cristina Teixeira Cangussu ◽  
Maria Beatriz Barreto De Sousa Cabral ◽  
Maria Isabel Pereira Vianna ◽  
Tatiana Frederico Almeida
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Preschool Children ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Caries ◽  
The Impact

Dental caries affects most of preschoolers and has important consequences for the development and quality of life of affected children. Aim: To describe the epidemiological status of dental caries in preschoolers in Salvador-BA- Brazil and evaluate the impact of this oral disease on the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), considering sociodemographic characteristics. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study in a representative sample of preschool children in Salvador-BA- Brazil. Caries was assessed using dmft and the impact on quality of life used the B-ECOHIS (Brazilian version of the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale). Data collection took place in 2018 through, thorough clinical examination and questionnaire application. Descriptive, univariate, and multivariate analyzes were performed using robust Poisson regression, with a significance level of 5%. Results: 1591 children were examined, and the prevalence of caries was 36.46%. The presence of early caries (adjusted PR = 2.07; 1.82-2.34 95% CI), severe caries (PR = 2.07; 1.84-2.33 95% CI) and child oldest age (adjusted PR = 1.55; 1.36-1.77 95% CI) were associated with children's OHRQoL; child oldest age (adjusted PR = 1.42; 1.19-1.69 95% CI), the presence of early caries (adjusted PR = 2.65; 2.22-3.16 95% CI), severe caries (PR = 3.07; 2.63-3.60 CI 95%) and the number of people in the household (PR = 1.46; 1.22-1.73 CI 95%) were associated with Family OHRQoL. Conclusion: The children evaluated had a high prevalence and severity of early caries. Worst oral health and sociodemographic conditions had a negative impact on the OHRQoL of children and their families.

scholarly journals Dental caries in association with viral load in children living with HIV in Phnom Penh, Cambodia: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimiyo Kikuchi ◽  
Junko Yasuoka ◽  
Sovannary Tuot ◽  
Sumiyo Okawa ◽  
Sokunthea Yem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Viral Load ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Undetectable Viral Load ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Deciduous Teeth ◽  
Detectable Viral Load ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Living With Hiv

Abstract Background: Oral health status is known to be associated with overall health among people living with HIV. However, it is unclear whether dental caries is associated with viral load among this population. In particular, dental caries among children living with HIV needs to be better understood, as this can affect their overall health and future well-being. This study assessed the association between dental caries and viral load among children living with HIV in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the National Paediatric Hospital as a baseline survey of a randomized controlled trial. The study population included children living with HIV aged 3–15 years and their primary caregivers. We collected data on the children’s oral health status by oral examination and the latest HIV viral load data stored in the patients’ information system at the hospital. We also conducted a questionnaire-based interview of the children and their primary caregivers. Multiple logistic regression analysis was conducted to assess the association between dental caries and viral load. The cut-off point for undetectable viral load was set at <40 copies/mL.Results: Data from 328 children were included in the analysis; 68.3% had an undetectable viral load. The mean number of permanent or deciduous teeth with caries was 7.7 (standard deviation, 5.0). In the regression analysis, dental caries in permanent or deciduous teeth was positively associated with detectable viral load (adjusted odds ratio: 1.07, 95% confidence interval: 1.01–1.14). Conversely, antiretroviral therapy of ≥1 year and self-reported better adherence to antiretroviral drugs were negatively associated with detectable viral load. Among children with detectable viral load, dental caries in permanent or deciduous teeth was also positively associated with non-suppression of viral load (>1000 copies/mL) (adjusted odds ratio: 1.12, 95% confidence interval: 1.03–1.23).Conclusions: Dental caries was associated with viral load status detection among children living with HIV. This finding suggests that oral health status may affect the immune status of children. The oral health of children living with HIV should be strengthened, and further research is needed to clarify the causal relationship between viral load and oral health status.

scholarly journals Reasons and Patterns of Permanent Teeth Loss among Patients attending a Dental College in Kathmandu

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-13
Author(s):  
Anju Khapung ◽  
G. Nagaraja Rao ◽  
Sujita Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Tooth Loss ◽  
World Health ◽  
Common Reason ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Introduction: According to World Health Organization, oral health means the retention throughout life of a functional, aesthetic and natural dentition of not less than 20 teeth and not requiring a prosthesis. The major reasons for tooth loss are dental caries and periodontal disease. Proper understanding of reasons for tooth loss helps to improve oral health. Objective: To identify the reasons and patterns of permanent teeth loss among patients attending Kantipur Dental College. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among 403 patients aged 18 years and above attending Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu by convenience sampling method. Data was collected through structured questionnaire and clinical examination and was analysed using SPSS version 20. Results: A total of 403 patients were examined of which 38% had tooth loss. Mean number of tooth loss was 2.99+3.44. Statistically significant difference was found in mean tooth loss between age groups and levels of education (P value < 0.001). Dental caries was the most common reason of tooth loss followed by periodontal disease. Most common reason for not saving the tooth was "tooth cannot be saved" (65.1%). Mandibular molars accounted for majority of tooth loss followed by maxillary molars. Conclusion: The results of the present study show that dental caries was the major cause of tooth loss irrespective of the age group. It points out the need to carry out oral health awareness and other preventive programs both at school and community levels.

The Oral Health of Children with Clefts of the Lip, Palate, or Both

2001 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
pp. 525-528 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. R. Chapple ◽  
J. H. Nunn
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
National Survey ◽  
Primary Teeth ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Oral Disease ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Developmental Defects ◽  
Aggressive Approach ◽  
Developmental Defects Of Enamel

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess the prevalence of dental caries, developmental defects of enamel, and related factors in children with clefts. Design: This cross-sectional prevalence study used standard dental indices for assessment. Setting: Children underwent a dental examination under standard conditions of seating and lighting in the outpatient department of a dental hospital as part of an ongoing audit to monitor clinical outcomes. Participants: Ninety-one children aged 4, 8, and 12 years were included in the study. Outcome Measurements Dental caries were assessed by use of the decayed, missing, and filled index for primary teeth (dmft); Decayed, Missing, and Filled index for permanent teeth (DMFT) according to the criteria as used in the national survey of children's dental health in the United Kingdom (O'Brien, 1994). Developmental defects were assessed using the modified Developmental Defects of Enamel Index (Clarkson and O'Mullane, 1989). Dental erosion was assessed using the criteria derived for the national survey of children's dental health (O'Brien, 1994). Results: Caries prevalence increased with age; 63% of patients at 4 years and 34% at 12 years were caries free. The mean dmft for the 4-year-olds was 1.3 with a mean DMFT for the 12-year-olds of 1.8. All the 4-year-olds had evidence of erosion of enamel in the primary teeth (incisors and first molars) and 56% of the 12-year-olds had erosion of permanent teeth (incisors and first permanent molars). Developmental defects of enamel became more prevalent with age, with at least one opacity in 56% of 4-year-olds and 100% of 12-year-olds. Hypoplasia was not found in the primary dentition but affected permanent teeth in 38% of 8-year-olds and 23% of the 12-year-olds. Conclusion: This study has shown that dental disease is prevalent in these patients. These assessments not only provide a baseline on oral health parameters in young people with clefts but underline the need for a more aggressive approach to prevention of oral disease to optimize clinical outcome.

scholarly journals Prevalence of dental caries and Clinical sequel of untreated dental caries evaluated with PUFA index among school going children in the rural Mysuru Taluk, Karnataka

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 254-261
Author(s):  
Raghavendra Shanbhog ◽  
Srilatha K T ◽  
Madhushree B ◽  
Manjunatha S N ◽  
Chanchala H P
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Dental Caries ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Permanent Teeth ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Caries Prevalence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Studies

In literature real time monitoring of dental caries in rural parts of India are lacking. This warrants periodic prevalence studies to plan and implement oral health programs. So the present study aims at evaluating the dental caries status among rural population in Mysuru Taluk, of Karnataka. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1800 children with recruited populations at varying age levels of three population groups 4-6, 8-10 and 12-14 years. Data regarding oral health status (DMFT, deft, PUFA, pufa) were collected by type-III clinical examinations. The collected data were administered statistically. In 8-10 years children permanent teeth caries prevalence was found to be 54.3% which increased to 67.8 % in12-14 years. Among 4-6 years children primary teeth caries prevalence was found to be 47.4% which increased to 73.2% in 8-10 years. Among 4-6 and 12-14 years children percentage prevalence of PUFA was 32.2% which increased to 52.3% in 8-10 years. No clinically significant variation was observed in Caries prevalence among gender. The study outcome revealed oral health condition in children of rural Mysuru was neglected. High prevalence of dental caries was observed among Children with low dental care utilization.

scholarly journals ORAL HEALTH BEHAVIOUR PERCEPTION SCALE APPLIED AMONG A SAMPLE OF PORTUGUESE ADOLESCENTS

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nélio Jorge Veiga ◽  
Odete Amaral ◽  
Maria José Correia ◽  
Inês Coelho
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Behaviors ◽  
Portuguese Adolescents

AbstractIntroductionThe application of a scale can be particularly useful for the epidemiological studies comparing different populations and for analysis of the influence of distinct aspects of oral health on the development of certain health conditions. The aim of this study consists in the creation of a scale to classify the level of perception of the oral health behaviors applicable to the sample of Portuguese adolescents.Materials and methodsAn observational cross-sectional study was designed with a total of 649 adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18 years old from five public schools in the Viseu and Guarda districts, in Portugal. Data was collected by the application of a self-administered questionnaire and, after analysis of data collection, the newly Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP) oral health perception scale was created.ResultsAnalyzing the sample included in the present study, we verified, by the UCP oral health perception scale created, that 67.9% of the sample presented a poor perception of their oral health behaviors, 23.9% intermediate/sufficient and only 8.2% presented what is considered in the scale as having a good classification in terms of oral health behaviors perception respecting the assumptions defined for the elaboration of the present scale.ConclusionsFor this purpose, through the scale to classify the level of oral health behaviors applicable to the sample of portuguese adolescents, it is possible to compare the data of several samples and understand what are the most frequent oral or eating habits among adolescents.

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