Assessment of Oral Hygiene Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among 13-17 Years Old Children
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 8
Abstract
Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices of oral hygiene among children. Objective: The questioner study was conducted to determine the oral health related knowledge, attitude, and practices based on the gender and age among 13-17 years old children. Material And Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in children attending outpatient clinic in Saveetha Dental College and Hospital.The survey is done in 200 children under the age group of 13- 17 years. Pre-tested structured closed-ended questionnaire, comprising of multiple choice questions, was self-administered to assess their knowledge, attitude, and practices toward oral hygiene. On the basis of the responses received through questionnaires, the data obtained were analysed by using statistical data. Conclusion: This study presented a inclusive overview of oral health-related knowledge, attitude, and practices among 13-17 years old children's who were reported to dental clinic. The knowledge about the oral hygiene was acceptable . Knowledge about dental floss and practice of oral hygiene was inadequate
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R. A. Devishree
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