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KMID : 0362120140360030197
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Journal of Technologic Dentistry
2014 Volume.36 No. 3 p.197 ~ p.203
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The Effect of Oral Care Products usage on Oral Health Status in Korean Adult
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Park Myung-Ho
Park Mee-Yong
Lee Hee-Sung
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Abstract
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate oral health status according to use of oral care products in the adult population and determine methods for improving oral health status.
Methods: The date of ’The fifth korean national health and nutrition examination survey 2011’ was analyzed for this study. The questionnaire was measured regarding oral care products, Oral health status and socio-economic characteristics. For statistical analysis, the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 19.0 for Windows was used. We determined frequencies, percentage and determining statistical significance using multiple regression analysis.
Results: General characteristics and oral care products showed differences in DMFT associated with residence, gender, age, education, dental floss, etc(waterpic, hi-tech toothbrush, denture care products), in FS-T associated with residence, gender, age, income level, education, health insurance, dental floss, Interdental brush, etc, in T-health associated with residence, age, education, health insurance, Interdental brush, etc.
Conclusion: In conclusion, in order to promote oral health status of the adult have to suitable selection and accurate usage of oral care products. Education and program in oral care products for the adult should be needed.
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KEYWORD
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Oral care products, Oral health status, Adult
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