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A Pilot Dental Survey on Maui
Olivia Jenkins1, Sara Routley1, Tina Pedro-Gomes1
1Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA (OJ).
Summary
Community dental screenings for children are vital for monitoring oral health. A Maui pilot study identified and resolved challenges, showing Hawai
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Dental Public Health
Background:
- Routine dental screenings in schools are crucial for assessing community oral health, particularly in high-risk populations.
- Hawai'i received a low grade in a 2010 oral hygiene assessment by The PEW Charitable Trust (PEW), indicating unmet criteria for child dental surveys.
- The Maui Oral Health Task Force initiated a pilot survey to identify and address implementation challenges for dental screenings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess challenges in implementing a community-based dental screening program.
- To understand how to overcome obstacles in conducting school dental surveys.
- To evaluate the feasibility of comparable dental screening participation rates in Hawai'i.
Main Methods:
- A pilot dental screening survey was conducted on the island of Maui.
- Identified technical, administrative, and operational issues encountered during the survey implementation.
- Collected data on student participation, parental consent, and socio-economic status.
Main Results:
- Technical, administrative, and operational challenges were identified but resolved within months.
- Survey achieved a 46% return rate for consent forms and a 77% parental consent rate for participation.
- Estimated sample size and participation rates for Hawai'i are comparable to other states meeting PEW criteria.
Conclusions:
- Pilot study successfully identified and resolved implementation barriers for dental screenings.
- Hawai'i's potential for effective school-based dental surveys is comparable to other states.
- Preventive dental care is essential for reducing treatment needs.
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