Evaluation of oral health awareness in parents of preschool children.
Artigo
em Inglês
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-139775
ABSTRACT
Objectives:
Little data are available on the initiative shown by the parents for dental health care of their preschool children in India. This study was conducted to evaluate the status of oral health awareness in parents of preschool children. Materials andMethods:
A total of 230 preschool children were included in the study and their parents were analyzed for their child dental awareness by holding free dental checkups and interactive meetings with the help of their respective schools. Results andConclusion:
Results revealed that there is a low initiation of the parents when oral health care of small children is concerned; however, an active collective effort of the school and dental team can make awareness program effective.
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Índice:
IMSEAR (Sudeste Asiático)
Assunto principal:
Higiene Bucal
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Pais
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Classe Social
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Escovação Dentária
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Cremes Dentais
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Humanos
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Comportamentos Relacionados com a Saúde
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Atitude Frente a Saúde
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Aceitação pelo Paciente de Cuidados de Saúde
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Pré-Escolar
Idioma:
Inglês
Ano de publicação:
2009
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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