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Supervised toothbrushing programs in primary schools and early childhood settings: A scoping review
V Dickson-Swift1, A Kenny1, M Gussy1
1La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, P.O. Box 199, Bendigo, Vic 3552.
Community Dental Health
|November 10, 2017
Summary
Supervised toothbrushing programs in schools are effective for children's oral health. This review identified 26 programs and guidelines, highlighting key factors for successful implementation and varying international approaches to dental caries prevention.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Dental caries is a prevalent preventable disease in children globally.
- Untreated caries negatively affects child health, development, and school attendance.
- Supervised toothbrushing programs in early childhood settings can improve children's oral health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and summarize available programs and guidelines for school-based supervised toothbrushing.
- To understand critical issues in developing and implementing these programs in real-world settings.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review methodology was employed.
- Key search terms were used to identify guidelines and programs across 6 databases and search engines.
Main Results:
- Twenty-six programs and guidelines met the review's criteria.
- Key considerations such as toothbrush type, toothpaste strength, dispensing methods, staff training, and parental consent varied widely.
- Program and guideline variations were noted across different countries.
Conclusions:
- Guidelines for supervised toothbrushing programs differ internationally due to factors like water fluoridation and toothpaste availability.
- This review offers crucial information for establishing and implementing effective toothbrushing programs in schools and early childhood settings.
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