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KMID : 1143520210090020075
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Journal of Korean Society of Oral Health Science
2021 Volume.9 No. 2 p.75 ~ p.82
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The Effect of Education on Toothbrushing Methods and Perceptions of Toothbrushing among Elementary School Students in Busan
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Bae Soo-Myoung
Kim Kyung-Min
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Abstract
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Objectives: This study examines the effect of education on toothbrushing and oral health on the oral health behaviors and knowledge of fourth graders in Busan.
Methods: Data were collected from March to December 2020 via a questionnaire; a total of 57 fourth graders in D-gu, B city participated.
Results: Respondents’ knowledge of oral health increased after participation in an oral health education program. Positive changes to participants’ frequency, duration, and method of toothbrushing were observed. Specifically, participants shifted from horizontal or vertical toothbrushing methods to rolling brushing after taking part in the educational program.
Conclusions: Dental health education improves elementary school students’ knowledge of oral health and leads to behavioral changes that can improve oral health.
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KEYWORD
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Elementary school, Oral health eucation, Oral health behavior, Oral health knowledge, Toothbrushing
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