scholarly journals [Oral health care and periodontal disease among schoolchildren in the Syrian Arab Republic]

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 304-310
Author(s):  
N. Beiruti ◽  
M. D. Teifour ◽  
W. Boulos
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Inverse Correlation ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Syrian Arab Republic ◽  
Strong Inverse Correlation

It has been observed that a strong inverse correlation exists between prevalence and severity of periodontal disease and the level of oral hygiene, where appropriate oral health behaviour and good knowledge in oral health have an important role in preventing such disease. A study was conducted among 360 children of 15 years of age in the Syrian Arab Republic. to assess the relation between oral health behaviour and periodontal disease. The results of the study revealed law cleanliness levels, poor knowledge and inappropriate behaviour in oral health and high prevalence of periodontal disease. Oral health education programmes and oral hygiene procedures should be oriented towards schoolchildren as early as possible

scholarly journals A systematic review of health education theories and approaches in improving the oral health behaviour among adults

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 286
Author(s):  
B. S. Manoranjitha ◽  
Shwetha K. M. ◽  
K. Pushpanjali
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
World Health ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Hygiene Behaviour ◽  
Pubmed Database ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour

Background:  Theoretical models analysing patient behaviour are necessary to understand the complex relationships underlying human behaviour. The widely accepted definition of health is according to World Health Organization (WHO) “a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing, not merely an absence of disease or infirmity.” To assess effectiveness of theory and approaches of oral health education in changing the oral health behaviour and improving the oral hygiene status among adults.Methods: PubMed database was searched for published studies in English language. The search dates were limited to 1990 onwards, applied to the inclusion criteria. Primary outcome was the change in oral hygiene behaviour, measured by self-reported and observed measures. Secondary outcomes were changes in plaque score, dental knowledge. Relevant titles and abstracts of studies were screened. Quality assessment was done for the studies included using checklist of items for randomized controlled trail. (CONSORT) These studies were categorised based on the type of theory used, type of intervention and outcome.Results: Out of 48 studies obtained based on the title and abstract, 15 studies were excluded based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. 13 studies fulfilled the inclusion. These studies were categorised based on the type of theory used. Studies based on 1) Operant and Classical conditioning theory 2) Social cognitive theory. 3) Self-efficacy model. 3) Transtheoritical model. 4) Motivational interviewing. 5) Self-regulatory model. 6) Health action process approach. 7) Implementation intention theory.Conclusions: Theory and approach based oral health education is effective in significantly improving the oral hygiene behaviour.

scholarly journals Determinants of Oral Health Behaviour Among Community Health Workers in Kottayam- A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najmunnisa K P ◽  
Susan Thomas Thomas ◽  
Mary Shimi S Gomez ◽  
Jesline Merly James ◽  
Vivek Narayan
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Community Health ◽  
Community Health Workers ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour

Abstract BackgroundBeliefs and attitudes of community health workers affect their oral health behaviour and knowledge which in turn affects their potential to motivate the public to undertake preventive oral health measures. This study was performed to assess knowledge, attitude, and practices as well as determinants of oral health behaviour among community health workers in rural regions of Kerala.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 123 community healthcare workers at primary health centres in the Ettumanoor block zone, Kottayam. A two-stage cluster sampling method was used. Data regarding knowledge, attitude, and practice of oral health were acquired through self-administered questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS software version 25. Statistical association between responses in different group of health workers were determined by using Chi-square test. Independent t-test and ANOVA were used to test the difference in attitude and knowledge scores. Bivariate and multivariate regression analyses were applied to identify factors associated with the oral health behaviour of community health workers.ResultsAbout 65% of the participants exhibited poor oral health behaviour. A positive attitude has a significant relation with oral health behaviour status of the participants (p=0.003). Community health workers who attended an oral health education program had a better oral health behaviour status when compared to those who had not attended (p=0.006). ConclusionsThe results emphasize that oral health education should be given to all the community health workers to enhance their awareness about preventive oral health care.

Role of school as supportive entity for positive oral health behaviour of adolescents in south-western Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Folake Barakat Lawal ◽  
Gbemisola Aderemi Oke
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour

Abstract Background The school is primed as an avenue for promoting health among adolescents. Conversely, the high unmet dental needs among school-going adolescents raises concern about the role of schools in this task. This study therefore assessed the role of schools in promoting positive oral health behaviour among adolescents through Capabilities, Opportunities, Motivation (COM-B) model in a Low-Income-Country.Methods Two thousand and ninety-seven students aged 12-18 years were recruited from 30 randomly selected Secondary Schools in a cross sectional study conducted in Ibadan, Nigeria. Data on Capabilities; Oral Health Knowledge (K), Attitude (A), Practices (P) and Motivation of the students as well as oral health promotional (OHP) activities (Opportunities) in the schools were assessed through a questionnaire. A checklist was used to assess availability of OHP materials and the schools’ tuck shops for sale of healthy food (Opportunities). Data were analyzed with STATA version 14.Results The mean KAP score was 43.8 (± 11.4)%. Oral health education was the only activity reported and this was in 8 (26.7%) schools; only 331 (15.8%) students had been educated about their oral health. There were no oral health promotional materials in the schools. About half 1161 (55.4%) were motivated to participate in school oral health program. All the tucks shops had cariogenic foods and drinks for sale. Students who had better KAP scores - Capabilities (OR = 1.2, 95%CI = 1.0-1.5, p = 0.018) or had been educated about oral health - Opportunities (OR = 1.5, 95%CI = 1.2-2.0, p < 0.001) were better motivated about their oral health.Conclusion The schools surveyed played very little or no role to support positive oral health behavior of adolescents. There were no OHP materials in the schools. Students who had superior oral health KAP (capabilities) or had been exposed to oral health education (opportunities) were better motivated about their oral health.

scholarly journals Comparison of oral health behaviour between dental and non-dental undergraduates in a university in southwestern China——exploring the future priority for oral health education

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingming Li ◽  
Zhiwu Wu ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Lei Lei ◽  
Siqi Ye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Frequency Method ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Chinese Herbal ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Before And After

Abstract Background Based on a national survey in 2015, people’s oral health behaviour (OHB) has not kept up with the pace of knowledge and attitudes in China after decades of oral health education (OHE). Thus, we need to improve OHE to strengthen people’s OHB. Undergraduates are regarded as the best candidates for the improvement of OHE. The objective of this study is to determine undergraduates’ oral health status and existing problems in OHB by comparing dental and non-dental students at Sichuan University. We hope to provide some suggestions for future OHE to improve people’s OHB. Methods A quasi-experimental study designed with a pre-test and post-test group was conducted. A total of 217 dental students and 135 non-dental students were enrolled. They were administered an OHE course focused on OHB. A survey about oral health behaviour and knowledge was conducted before and after the course. Results According to the pre-course survey, dental students surpassed non-dental students in terms of toothbrushing frequency, method, and time, but unfortunately, flossing was overlooked by all the students. After the course, both dental and non-dental students showed strong willingness to improve their OHB. More non-dental students than dental students were willing to use toothpicks and Chinese herbal toothpaste before and after the course. Conclusions OHE focused on behaviour has a positive effect on university students. Future OHE and interventions should focus on flossing, toothbrushing methods, toothpicks, Chinese herbal toothpaste and modifications to adopt new media.

scholarly journals Comparison of oral health behaviour between dental and non-dental undergraduates in a university in southwestern China--exploring the future priority for oral health education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingming Li ◽  
Zhiwu Wu ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Lei Lei ◽  
Siqi Ye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Frequency Method ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Chinese Herbal ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Before And After

Abstract Background: Based on a national survey in 2015, people’s oral health behaviour (OHB) has not kept up with the pace of knowledge and attitudes in China after decades of oral health education (OHE). Thus, we need to improve OHE to strengthen people’s OHB. Undergraduates are regarded as the best candidates for the improvement of OHE. The objective of this study is to determine undergraduates’ oral health status and existing problems in OHB by comparing dental and non-dental students at Sichuan University. We hope to provide some suggestions for future OHE to improve people’s OHB.Methods: A quasi-experimental study designed with a pre-test and post-test group was conducted. A total of 217 dental students and 135 non-dental students were enrolled. They were administered an OHE course focused on OHB. A survey about oral health behaviour and knowledge was conducted before and after the course.Results: According to the pre-course survey, dental students surpassed non-dental students in terms of toothbrushing frequency, method, and time, but unfortunately, flossing was overlooked by all the students. After the course, both dental and non-dental students showed strong willingness to improve their OHB. More non-dental students than dental students were willing to use toothpicks and Chinese herbal toothpaste before and after the course.Conclusions: OHE focused on behaviour has a positive effect on university students. Future OHE and interventions should focus on flossing, toothbrushing methods, toothpicks, Chinese herbal toothpaste and modifications to adopt new media.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Practice Regarding Periodontal Health / Disease and Oral Hygiene among Medical, Ayurveda and Homeopathy Undergraduate Students of Yenepoya University, Mangalore - A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (27) ◽  
pp. 1996-2000
Author(s):  
Raghavendra U.
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Hygiene Practices ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

BACKGROUND The attitude towards oral health reflects the overall health. Knowledge of health care professionals and their attitudes toward oral care corresponds to their understanding of the importance of preventive dental procedure and improving the oral health of patients. We wanted to assess the knowledge and practice regarding periodontal health / disease and oral hygiene among medical, ayurveda and homeopathy undergraduate students of Yenepoya (Deemed to Be University) (YU) and also determine their attitude and awareness towards oral health. METHODS The data related to their knowledge and practice towards the oral health was assembled using a self administered, validated questionnaire containing 13 questions which had multiple choice answers. The questionnaire was distributed through Google form among 341 medical, ayurveda and homeopathy undergraduate students of YU aged more than 17 years. RESULTS Survey responses were downloaded onto Google sheets and the data collected were coded, entered in Microsoft Excel and analysed using SPSS version 23 (Chicago, USA). Majority of study participants in different colleges showed lack of knowledge and practice regarding oral hygiene practices. To compare the mean scores of three colleges under YU for knowledge based and practice questions, ANOVA was performed. There was no significant difference found in knowledge and practice towards oral hygiene among medical, ayurveda and homeopathy colleges of YU. P < 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS Professional health care students who will be the future backbone of the community health care have limited knowledge on periodontal disease and oral hygiene practices. There is no difference in knowledge and practices regarding oral hygiene among the students of medical, ayurveda and homeopathy colleges of YU. It highlights the need of incorporating oral health education in University curriculum for non dental students during their study period. KEY WORDS Knowledge, Practice, Periodontal Disease, Oral Hygiene Practices, Non-Dental Students, Oral Health Education

scholarly journals Parents knowledge and oral hygiene level of kindergarten students

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vania Arista Muljadi ◽  
Henry Mandalas ◽  
Grace Monica
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Kindergarten Students ◽  
Tooth Brushing ◽  
Tooth Surface ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Medium Range

Introduction: Parents knowledge related to oral health behaviour in children. Parents introduced the habit of tooth brushing to their children and how to maintain good oral hygiene. The purpose of this study was to describe parents knowledge about tooth brushing and oral hygiene level in the kindergarten students. Methods: The study design was cross sectional research and descriptive observational. This study was conducted towards 25 students of Gymboree and Kidsville at Bandung, Indonesia, which consisted of 14 boys (56%) and 11 girls (44%). The data collection was done by giving questionnaires to parents and examination of student’s oral hygiene level by using PHP index. Results: Generally parents already have the good knowledge that supports the children oral hygiene level, but there were still 52% of parents who does not use the recommended techniques to brush the outer surface of the teeth and 64% of parents who does not use the recommended techniques to brush the tooth surface that face to the cheek. The oral hygiene level of Gymboree and Kidsville students were very good 0% (0), 32% good (0.1- 1.7), 60% medium (1.8-3.4), and 8% bad (3.5-5.0). Awareness of parents about tooth brushing and oral hygiene level of children were generally adequate, but were not fulfilling the standards of oral health recommended by dentist. Conclusion: Parents knowledge about oral hygiene were generally good and the oral hygiene of kindergarten student were in medium range.

scholarly journals Comparison of oral health behaviour between dental and non-dental undergraduates in a university in southwestern China--exploring the future priority for oral health education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingming Li ◽  
Zhiwu Wu ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Lei Lei ◽  
Siqi Ye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Frequency Method ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Chinese Herbal ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Before And After

Abstract Background: Based on a national survey in 2015, people’s oral health behaviour (OHB) has not kept up with the pace of knowledge and attitudes in China after decades of oral health education (OHE). Thus, we need to improve OHE to strengthen people’s OHB. Undergraduates are regarded as the best candidates for the improvement of OHE. The objective of this study is to determine undergraduates’ oral health status and existing problems in OHB by comparing dental and non-dental students at Sichuan University. We hope to provide some suggestions for future OHE to improve people’s OHB.Methods: A quasi-experimental study designed with a pre-test and post-test group was conducted. A total of 217 dental students and 135 non-dental students were enrolled. They were administered an OHE course focused on OHB. A survey about oral health behaviour and knowledge was conducted before and after the course.Results: According to the pre-course survey, dental students surpassed non-dental students in terms of toothbrushing frequency, method, and time, but unfortunately, flossing was overlooked by all the students. After the course, both dental and non-dental students showed strong willingness to improve their OHB. More non-dental students than dental students were willing to use toothpicks and Chinese herbal toothpaste before and after the course.Conclusions: OHE focused on behaviour has a positive effect on university students. Future OHE and interventions should focus on flossing, toothbrushing methods, toothpicks, Chinese herbal toothpaste and modifications to adopt new media.

scholarly journals Comparison of oral health behaviour between dental and non-dental undergraduates in a university in southwestern China——exploring the future priority for oral health education

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingming Li ◽  
Zhiwu Wu ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Lei Lei ◽  
Siqi Ye ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Frequency Method ◽  
Oral Health Education ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Chinese Herbal ◽  
Oral Health Behaviour ◽  
Before And After

Abstract Background: Based on a national survey in 2015, people’s oral health knowledge and attitudes in China have greatly improved after decades of oral health education (OHE). However, dental caries and periodontal disease are still serious oral problems. People’s oral health behaviour has not kept up with the pace of knowledge and attitudes. The objective of this study was to determine undergraduates’ oral health behaviour status and existing problems by comparing dental students and non-dental students at Sichuan University. We hope to provide some suggestions for future OHE.Methods: A quasi-experimental study designed with a pre-test and a post-test group was conducted. A total of 217 dental students and 135 non-dental students were enrolled. They were given a course of OHE focused on oral health behaviour. A survey about oral health behaviour and knowledge was conducted before and after the course.Results: According to the pre-course survey, dental students surpassed non-dental students in terms of toothbrushing frequency, method, time and flossing. Unfortunately, flossing was overlooked by all the students. After the course, both dental and non-dental students showed strong willingness to improve their oral health behaviour. More non-dental students than dental students were willing to use toothpicks and Chinese herbal toothpaste before and after the course.Conclusion: OHE focused on behaviour plays a positive role for university students. Future OHE and interventions should focus on flossing, toothbrushing methods, toothpicks, Chinese herbal toothpaste and modifications to adopt new media.

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