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Flossing behaviour in English adolescents

I D Macgregor1, J W Balding, D Regis

  • 1Department of Dentistry, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.

Journal of Clinical Periodontology
|May 30, 1998
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Adolescent flossing decreases with age, correlating with dental visits and hygiene habits like handwashing. Gender influences perceptions, with males linking flossing to health and females to cleanliness.

Area of Science:

  • Oral hygiene research
  • Adolescent health behaviors
  • Social determinants of health

Background:

  • Dental flossing is a key component of oral hygiene.
  • Understanding adolescent behaviors is crucial for public health interventions.
  • Previous research indicates gender differences in oral hygiene practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between adolescent flossing behavior and other health, cleanliness, and social behaviors.
  • To explore age-related trends in flossing frequency among adolescents.
  • To identify factors associated with dental flossing in a large adolescent cohort.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of survey data from 41,142 adolescents (12-16 years old) across 244 secondary schools in England.
  • Anonymous questionnaire assessing flossing frequency, dental attendance, recalled advice, and general cleanliness/social behaviors.

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  • Statistical analysis including correlation and factor analysis to examine relationships and gender differences.

    • Main Results:

    • Flossing frequency declined significantly from age 12 to 16.
    • Recent dental attenders and those recalling flossing advice were more likely to floss.
    • Flossing positively correlated with handwashing, bathing frequency, and having opposite-gender friends.
    • A slight association was found between smoking and flossing in specific school years.
    • Factor analysis revealed gender differences: males linked flossing to health, females to cleanliness.

    Conclusions:

    • Adolescent flossing behavior is influenced by age, dental care engagement, and broader hygiene and social factors.
    • Gender significantly shapes the perception and association of flossing with health versus cleanliness.
    • Findings provide insights into adolescent oral hygiene practices and inform targeted public health strategies.