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Standard Method for Oral Health Education (OHE) Among Dental Professionals-A Mixed Analysis Approach
M Anita1, S Bhuminathan2, Sajid T Hussain3
1Research Scholar, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|February 10, 2025
Summary
Dental professionals in Chennai primarily use the lecture method for oral health education (OHE). Models and pamphlets are common aids, highlighting the need for tailored OHE strategies to improve public health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dental Public Health
- Health Education Strategies
Background:
- Oral health education (OHE) is crucial for preventing dental diseases.
- Understanding current OHE methods used by dental professionals is essential for optimizing delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and evaluate the oral health education (OHE) methods employed by dental professionals in Chennai, India.
- To assess the standard techniques and aids used in OHE delivery.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 357 dentists.
- A 15-item questionnaire, distributed via Google Form, collected data on demographic variables and preferred OHE methods.
- Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and analysis of variance (ANOVA).
Main Results:
- The lecture method was reported as the standard technique for OHE by 63.4% of participants.
- A significant majority (80%) utilized OHE aids, with models (33.2%), pamphlets (16.8%), and audio-visual projections (16.5%) being the most common.
Conclusions:
- The lecture method is prevalent in OHE delivery due to its perceived effectiveness and versatility.
- Findings emphasize the importance of demographic considerations and practitioner preferences in developing targeted educational strategies for enhanced global public health outcomes.
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