Change in parental oral health practices following a child’s dental treatment under general anaesthesia

2006 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. S. Amin ◽  
R. L. Harrison
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
General Anaesthesia ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
Oral Health Practices

Oral health practices and knowledge among parents and hired caregivers

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 403-410
Author(s):  
Q. Alkhubaizi ◽  
A. Moule ◽  
M. Al-Sane ◽  
J. D. Sorkin
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
Oral Health Practices

scholarly journals Meanings and practices of oral health: a qualitative study with mothers of disabled children

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Késia Lara dos Santos Marques ◽  
Fabiana Sodré de Oliveira ◽  
Larisse Paula de Oliveira ◽  
Natália Martins Joaquim ◽  
Guilherme Silva Mendonca ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
Disabled Children ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Oral Health Practices ◽  
Oral Condition ◽  
Dental Appointments

The aim of this study was to understand the meanings and oral health practices of ten mothers of disabled children between the ages of zero and three years. The qualitative method was used. The data was collected by means of a semi-structured interview and were recorded, transcribed and analysed using the Thematic Content Analysis. Regarding to the oral health care of the mothers, three reported difficult and traumatising experiences and three did not have much contact with dentists during their childhood. Regarding to the children, the age of their first visit to the dentist varied from three months to two years and six months, and the reason for this appointment for seven children was referral by their doctor or by the Association of Parents and Friends of the Exceptional. Seven mothers reported that they brushed the teeth of their children at least twice a day and only two cited the importance of regular dental appointments. For two mothers, the meaning of oral health was to have a perfect smile and for four others, maintain oral hygiene. Half of the mothers related oral health to general health. All reported that dental caries is related to diet and lack of care regarding to oral hygiene. It was possible to conclude that for this group of mothers, oral health has an important meaning and that oral health practices are based on a healthy diet and brushing. Although mothers of disabled children have presented positive attitudes, in general, the results indicated limited knowledge about oral health. The results showed the importance of considering the point of view of the mothers as data of analysis bringing greater proximity with the reality studied. More qualitative studies should be conducted in order to collaborate with the improvement of the oral condition of disabled children.

scholarly journals First Permanent Molar Caries and Oral Health Practices in Saudi Male Teenagers: Inequalities by Socioeconomic Position

Scientifica ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Eman Bakhurji ◽  
Balgis Gaffar ◽  
Muhammad Nazir ◽  
Khalifa Al-Khalifa ◽  
Asim Al-Ansari
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Socioeconomic Position ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
World Health ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
Fluoride Toothpaste ◽  
Permanent Molars ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Oral Health Practices ◽  
Saudi Male

Objectives. Caries remains a problem in high-risk groups aggravated by socioeconomic inequalities. The study aimed to investigate (1) oral health practices associated with caries in the 1st permanent molars in Saudi male teenagers and (2) the impact of socioeconomic position (SEP) on caries control using these practices. Methods. A cross-sectional study targeted 1137 male teenagers in intermediate schools in Khobar and Dammam, Saudi Arabia, in 2016. Caries was examined using the World Health Organization criteria and plaque was assessed using the plaque index of Loe and Silness. A questionnaire assessed SEP (parental education, employment, and home ownership) and oral health practices (using fluoridated toothpaste twice daily, regular dental visits for check-ups, and avoiding daily sugary snacks). Regression models analysed the association of these factors with caries presence and the mean number of decayed 1st permanent molars. Stratification was used to assess differences between SEP levels. Results. The response rate was 81.7%. Caries prevalence and mean (SD) number of decayed 1st permanent molars were 50.4% and 1.08 (1.31). The use of fluoride toothpaste was associated with lower odds of caries and fewer decayed molars (OR = 0.50 and regression coefficient = −0.35). Differences in the relationship between caries and toothpaste were observed by SEP levels with stronger associations in less advantaged groups. Conclusions. Brushing twice daily using fluoride toothpaste was associated with less caries in Saudi male teenagers with stronger association observed in groups with lower SEP. The use of fluoride toothpaste helps in reducing health inequalities associated with SEP.

scholarly journals Internet Addiction, Oral Health Practices, Clinical Outcomes, and Self-Perceived Oral Health in Young Saudi Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Asim Al-Ansari ◽  
Maha El Tantawi ◽  
Nasser AlMadan ◽  
Muhammad Nazir ◽  
Balgis Gaffar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Internet Addiction ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Internet Use ◽  
World Health ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Oral Health Practices

The study assessed the relationship between Internet addiction and oral health practices and clinical outcomes and whether this was affected by oral health perception. In 2017, a cross-sectional study included university students in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Questionnaires assessed demographic background, oral health practices (consuming sugar, tobacco use, and oral hygiene), perceived oral health, and Internet addiction. Caries experience and gingivitis were assessed using the World Health Organization criteria. The multivariate general linear analysis assessed the relationship between dependent variables (oral health practices, DMFT, and gingivitis) and exposure (Internet addiction). Data were available for 919 participants, 75.4% females, mean age = 19.8 years, and 1.6% with significant Internet use problem. The mean percentage of teeth with gingivitis was 8.5% and mean DMFT was 2.9. Among those with good perception of oral health and compared with participants with significant Internet use problem, average Internet users had lower consumption of sugar and tobacco (B = −6.52, P=0.03 and B = −2.04, P=0.03), better oral hygiene practices (B = 2.07, P=0.33), higher DMFT (B = 2.53, P=0.10), and lesser gingivitis (B = −15.45, P=0.06). Internet addiction was associated with negative oral health practices and poor clinical outcomes among young Saudis. Holistic health promotion approaches need to address the negative impact of Internet addiction on health and oral health status for this at-risk age group.

Inequalities in oral health practices and social space: An exploratory qualitative study

Health Policy ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 86 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sônia Cristina Lima Chaves ◽  
Lígia Maria Vieira-da-Silva
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Health Practices ◽  
Oral Health Practices
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