Principal motives for tooth brushing among children: implications for oral health promotion -An in vivo study
Abstract
Aim and Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess improvement in motivation for tooth-brushing, the timing of tooth-brushing and the understanding of oral hygiene in children using Tooth Brushing Technique Song as an oral health promotion tool.
Methods: 5-8 year-old children from a tutorial were selected and divided in two groups. Group A was given Tooth Brushing Technique Song and Group B acted as a control. On day one, instructions were given to both groups regarding tooth-brushing, importance of oral hygiene. Two groups of children were assessed after15 days. Results were analyzed and presented using tables, bar charts and pie charts.
Results: Of the 50 children, who remained available for the analysis, 25 children were in group A and 25 were in group B. In group A, approximately 76 % children showed liking towards the song, 68 % could memorize and reproduce the song. Approximately 76% children were motivated to brush after listening to the tooth song. 80% of children always brushed twice daily in group A as compared to 76% in group B.
Conclusion: The happy tooth song had a positive impact on motivation for, the frequency and time of tooth brushing and understanding the importance of healthy food habits and dental visits in children.
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