Improving Awareness and Clean and Healthy Living Behavior among Students in Preventing Dental Caries

Ainun Mardiah

Abstract

Dental caries is a prevalent oral health problem among school-aged children, highlighting the importance of improving awareness and promoting clean, healthy behaviours to prevent its occurrence. This systematic review aims to synthesize the existing literature on interventions targeting awareness and behaviours related to oral health among students to prevent dental caries. A systematic search was conducted using predefined search terms in major electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library. Studies published from 2010 to 2022 were included. The selection criteria encompassed studies that evaluated interventions focusing on improving awareness and behaviours related to oral health among students, specifically preventing dental caries. Studies were excluded if they did not meet the inclusion criteria or were unavailable in full text. The initial search yielded a total of 2,500 articles. After removing duplicates and screening based on title and abstract, 35 articles were selected for full-text assessment. Finally, 15 studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the systematic review. The studies covered various interventions, including school-based oral health education programs, community-based interventions, and collaborations with dental professionals. The outcomes assessed in the included studies encompassed changes in students' knowledge, attitudes, behaviours, and dental caries prevalence. The findings of this systematic review suggest that interventions targeting awareness and clean, healthy behaviours among students can effectively contribute to the prevention of dental caries. School-based oral health education programs and community-based interventions emerged as promising strategies to improve knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours related to oral health. Schools, families, and dental professionals collaborate to create supportive environments and ensure access to quality dental care. Further research is warranted to explore these interventions' long-term effects and sustainability in promoting oral health among students.

10.22178/pos.94-7


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dental caries; awareness; clean healthy behaviors; students; prevention; systematic review

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