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KMID : 0353320150390020135
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Oral Biology Research
2015 Volume.39 No. 2 p.135 ~ p.142
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Impact of knowledge provided by dental hygiene education on oral health promotion
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Sim Seon-Ju
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study was performed to evaluate the impact of knowledge provided by dental hygiene education on oral health promotion.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used in which a survey was carried out on 116 dental hygiene students. Self-reported questionnaires were registered regarding income, parent’s education level, perceived health, perceived oral health, perceived periodontal health, interest in oral health, perceived dry mouth, and oral health behaviors. Oral examination was evaluated with decayed teeth, missing teeth, and filled teeth. Plaque index was examined with Q-ray Cam.
Results: 1. Decayed, missing and filled teeth index of 116 students was 5.03±3.77, and there was no difference among student’s grades. 2. Perceived oral health and perceived periodontal health were highest in 4th grade students and lowest in 1st grade students. 3. Tooth brushing frequency and regular dental visit increased according to grades (p<0.01). 4. Plaque index of 4th grade students was significantly lower compared to other students (odds ratio of 3rd grade students: 11.76, odds ratio of 2nd grade students: 7.69, odds ratio of 1st grade students: 45.45).
Conclusion: This study suggests that dental hygiene education can improve oral hygiene performance of students.
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KEYWORD
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Dental plaque index, Oral health, Oral hygiene, Toothbrushing
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