scholarly journals Oral health knowledge, attitudes and practices among school teachers in Tshwane district, South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 76 (5) ◽  
pp. 250-255
Author(s):  
Tshepiso Mfolo ◽  
Thomas K Madiba ◽  
Ahmed Bhayat
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Dental Diseases ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Teachers are perceived as role models and studies have shown that they can enhance the oral health behaviour of young children. To assess the oral health (OH) knowledge, attitudes and practices of public school teachers in a district in Pretoria, South Africa. This was a cross sectional analytical study. The sample comprised of six schools that were randomly selected within the Tshwane West sub district. A total of 160 teachers were included. A modified, self-administered, validated questionnaire was used to obtain the data. Of the 160 teachers included, 97 (61%) completed the questionnaire. The majority (80%) were female and the mean age was 38.23 years (±12.85; 22-66). More than 80% had an adequate level of OH knowledge, 94% reported it was important to visit a dental practitioner (DP) regularly and 94% believed that OH education should form part of the teaching curriculum. The most common reason for visiting a DP was toothache (32%) while fear (35%) was the most common barrier. Those with a higher mean age were more likely to brush frequently (p<0.01), utilise dental aids (p=0.01) and visit a DP regularly (p=0.02). The majority of teachers had adequate OH knowledge. The respondents with a higher mean age were more likely to brush frequently, use dental aids and visit a DP regularly. Workshops for teachers are required to improve current levels of knowledge and address any queries regarding prevention and diagnosing of dental diseases.

scholarly journals Higher Education students from health and non-health subject areas: aspects of oral health

2021 ◽  
Vol 69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Rodrigues de FARIAS ◽  
Rui Barbosa de BRITO JUNIOR ◽  
Arlete Maria Gomes OLIVEIRA ◽  
Luciane ZANIN ◽  
Flávia Martão FLÓRIO
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Group Treatment ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Self Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Health Group ◽  
Bad Breath

ABSTRACT Objetive To evaluate whether the area of study of undergraduate students influences oral health knowledge, attitudes and practices, in addition to the use of dental services, self-reported oral morbidity, self-perception and impacts of oral health. Methods A cross-sectional study was performed, with a probabilistic sample of 681 students from the second semester of a Higher Education Institution, who were allocated into Health (H; n = 347) and Non-Health (NH; n = 334) groups, and answered a questionnaire encompassing their sociodemographic profile and aspects of oral health. Data were analyzed by Fisher’s Chi-Square/Exact Test (α = 5%). Results The majority of students were female (H = 70.0%, NH = 56.9%, p = 0.0004), single (H = 82.7%, NH = 76.0%, p = 0.0429) and did not work (H = 30.5%, NH = 37.7%, p = 0.0482). The groups differed in terms of receiving oral health guidelines from the media (H = 19.9%, NH = 13.8%, p = 0.0333) or from other health professionals (H = 25.6%, NH = 13.2%, p <0.0001). Regarding the reasons for their most recent dental appointment, in the Health group “treatment” (42.9%) and “pain” (6.9%) prevailed, while for the Non-Health group “review, prevention or check-up” (41, 9%) and “extraction” (8.1%) (p = 0.0169) were the most prevalent. The Health group was more satisfied with their oral health, with less frequent reports of a self-perception of bad breath (H = 30.3%, NH = 38.3%, p = 0.0483). There was no association between self-perception and impacts on oral health (p> 0.05). Conclusions The groups differed regarding the source of information on oral health, the reason for seeking and type of treatment, and the self-perception of bad breath, with the Health group reporting greater satisfaction with their oral health.

Oral health knowledge, attitudes and practices of individuals with diabetes mellitus in the Sultanate of Oman

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr.Noora Ibrahim Saleh AlShihi ◽  
Dr.Noor Al Busaidi ◽  
Dr.Abdulhakeem Al Rawahi ◽  
Dr.Raya Al Jahdhami ◽  
Dr.Rayan Al Riyami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Sultanate Of Oman ◽  
Oral Health Knowledge ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes, and practices about tuberculosis and choice of communication channels in Thailand

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (07) ◽  
pp. 694-703 ◽  
Author(s):  
Supa Pengpid ◽  
Karl Peltzer ◽  
Apa Puckpinyo ◽  
Sariyamon Tiraphat ◽  
Somchai Viripiromgool ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
Family Member ◽  
Ethnic Minorities ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess tuberculosis (TB) knowledge, attitudes, and practices in both the general population and risk groups in Thailand. Methodology: In a cross-sectional survey, a general population (n = 3,074) and family members of a TB patient (n = 559) were randomly selected, using stratified multistage sampling, and interviewed. Results: The average TB knowledge score was 5.7 (maximum = 10) in the Thai and 5.1 in the migrant and ethnic minorities general populations, 6.3 in Thais with a family member with TB, and 5.4 in migrants and ethnic minorities with a family member with TB. In multivariate linear regression among the Thai general population, higher education, higher income, and knowing a person from the community with TB were all significantly associated with level of TB knowledge. Across the different study populations, 18.6% indicated that they had undergone a TB screening test. Multivariate logistic regression found that older age, lower education, being a migrant or belonging to an ethnic minority group, residing in an area supported by the Global Fund, better TB knowledge, having a family member with TB, and knowing other people in the community with TB was associated having been screened for TB. Conclusion: This study revealed deficiencies in the public health knowledge about TB, particularly among migrants and ethnic minorities in Thailand. Sociodemographic factors should be considered when designing communication strategies and TB prevention and control interventions.

scholarly journals Oral Hygiene Practices and Knowledge among Adolescents Aged between 15 and 17 Years Old during Fixed Orthodontic Treatment: Multicentre Study Conducted in France

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camille Inquimbert ◽  
Celine Clement ◽  
Antoine Couatarmanach ◽  
Paul Tramini ◽  
Denis Bourgeois ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Teaching Hospitals ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Floss ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Interdental Brush

The aims of this study were to assess oral health knowledge, attitudes, and practices among orthodontic patients between the ages of 15 and 17 years old compared to adolescents without orthodontic treatment. This cross-sectional study included 392 adolescents drawn from various French teaching hospitals. A closed-ended questionnaire was used to collect data. Adolescents undergoing orthodontic treatment had a higher knowledge of oral health than adolescents without orthodontic treatment. The majority of adolescents for both groups (69%) claimed to brush their teeth twice a day. Regarding complimentary dental material, 81.9% of adolescents without orthodontic treatment never used an interdental brush and 78.8% never used dental floss. For those undergoing orthodontic treatment, 48.5% never used interdental brush. Only 4% of adolescents without and 3% of adolescents with orthodontic treatment never consumed fizzy drinks, 4.9% and 3% never consumed sweets, 4% and 8.4% never ate fast-food. Adolescents without treatment consumed more sodas (p=0.04) and more fast food (p=0.03). Adolescents had insufficient knowledge of oral health. Health education programmes should be implemented to improve adolescents' knowledge and individual oral prophylaxis with interdental brushes.

scholarly journals Oral Health Knowledge, Attitude, and Approaches of Pre-Primary and Primary School Teachers in Mumbai, India

Scientifica ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ankita Mota ◽  
Kunal C. Oswal ◽  
Dipti A. Sajnani ◽  
Anand K. Sajnani
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Oral Health Knowledge ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Children’S Oral Health

Background. School teachers have an internationally recognized potential role in school-based dental education and considerable importance has therefore been attributed to their dental knowledge. The objectives of this study were to determine the oral health related knowledge, attitudes, and approaches of pre-primary and primary school teachers in the city of Mumbai.Methods. The descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in the suburban regions of Mumbai using a self-administered questionnaire and involved 511 teachers.Results. Teachers demonstrated inappropriate or incomplete knowledge regarding children’s oral health. Only 53.2% knew that an individual has two sets of dentition. Moreover, only 45.4% of the teachers knew that a primary dentition consists of 20 teeth. Only 56.9% of the teachers asked their children to clean their mouth after snacking during school hours. 45.0% of the teachers were unaware of fluoridated tooth pastes whilst 78.9% of them were unaware of school water fluoridation programmes. Also, 54.8% of the teachers never discussed the oral health of children with their parents during parents meet.Conclusions. The studied school teachers demonstrated incomplete oral health knowledge, inappropriate oral practices, and unfavourable approaches to children’s oral health. There is a definite and immediate need for organized training of school teachers on basic oral health knowledge.

Oral Health Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Among School Children in Abha-Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 105984052110129
Author(s):  
Mohammad N. Alshloul
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
School Type ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Oral health is a very critical component of individuals’ physical and psychological well-being. The present study aimed to investigate the dental health knowledge, attitude, and practice among schoolchildren in Abha. A cross-sectional epidemiological study was conducted. Each student completed a questionnaire regarding oral health. The participants were 800 students: 54.8% were male and 45.2% were female. Knowledge scores showed that -59.1% of the participants have fair knowledge. Statistically significant results were found between the age, school type, and students’ educational level with the knowledge of oral health care ( p < .05). More than half of the participants had positive attitudes (57.2%) and less than half demonstrated satisfactory oral health habits (45.3%). Students’ educational level was significantly associated with attitudes and practices ( p < .05). It can be concluded that the average knowledge, attitude, and practice level was 53.9%, which is not a positive indicator and needs to be strengthened.

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