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A prevalência do uso do fio dentário em crianças de Itália: estudo transversal
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Introdução: A saúde oral é crucial para o bem-estar geral e qualidade de vida. Doenças como a cárie dentária e a doença periodontal, podem ser prevenidas com práticas adequadas de higiene oral. O fio dentário, essencial para desorganizar/remover a placa bacteriana dos espaços interdentários, deve ser introduzido desde a primeira infância de forma a prevenir estas condições.
Objetivos: Avaliar a prevalência do uso do fio dentário em crianças de Itália, identificar os hábitos relacionados ao seu uso pelos responsáveis e comparar os resultados com os de outros estudos semelhantes.
Material e Métodos: Foi realizado um estudo transversal utilizando um questionário online aplicado aos responsáveis por crianças residentes em Itália. O questionário tinha como objetivo recolher dados sociodemográficos e informações sobre os hábitos de higiene oral, em particular sobre o uso do fio dentário. Foram analisados os dados de 200 crianças e dos seus responsáveis.
Resultados: Da análise dos dados, emergiu que a maioria dos participantes era de Marsala (58,5%). O uso do fio dentário entre as crianças era geralmente limitado. Apenas 14% das crianças usavam fio dentário regularmente e a maioria afirmou utilizar uma vez por dia (41,7%). A maioria dos educandos que usava fio dentário na sua higiene oral usava depois de escovar (54,2%) e achou fácil de utilizar (79,2%).
Conclusões: Os resultados indicam a necessidade de campanhas educativas que enfatizem a importância do uso regular do fio dentário, tanto nas crianças quanto nos seus responsáveis. Programas de saúde dentária devem incluir demonstrações práticas e o envolvimento ativo dos responsáveis para melhorar a adoção de boas práticas de higiene oral. Além disso, é crucial abordar as barreiras ao uso do fio dentário, como a falta de conhecimento, dificuldades no uso ou custos associados. Intervenções familiares e iniciativas públicas podem contribuir significativamente para melhorar a saúde oral das crianças em Itália.
Introduction: Oral health is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life. Diseases such as dental caries and periodontal disease can be prevented with proper oral hygiene practices. Dental floss, essential for disrupting/removing bacterial plaque from interdental spaces, should be introduced from early childhood to prevent these conditions. Objectives: To evaluate the prevalence of dental floss use among children in Italy, identify the habits related to its use by caregivers, and compare the results with those of other similar studies. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire administered to caregivers of children residing in Italy. The questionnaire aimed to collect sociodemographic data and information on oral hygiene habits, particularly the use of dental floss. Data from 200 children and their caregivers were analyzed. Results: From the data analysis, it emerged that most participants were from Marsala (58.5%). The use of dental floss among children was generally limited. Only 14% of children used dental floss regularly, and most reported using it once a day (41.7%). Most of the children who used dental floss in their oral hygiene routine used it after brushing (54.2%) and found it easy to use (79.2%). Conclusions: The results indicate the need for targeted educational campaigns that emphasize the importance of regular dental floss use, both among children and their caregivers. Dental health programs should include practical demonstrations and active involvement of caregivers to improve the adoption of good oral hygiene practices. Additionally, it is crucial to address the barriers to flossing, such as lack of knowledge, difficulties in use, or associated costs. Family interventions and public initiatives can significantly contribute to improving children's oral health in Italy.
Introduction: Oral health is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life. Diseases such as dental caries and periodontal disease can be prevented with proper oral hygiene practices. Dental floss, essential for disrupting/removing bacterial plaque from interdental spaces, should be introduced from early childhood to prevent these conditions. Objectives: To evaluate the prevalence of dental floss use among children in Italy, identify the habits related to its use by caregivers, and compare the results with those of other similar studies. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire administered to caregivers of children residing in Italy. The questionnaire aimed to collect sociodemographic data and information on oral hygiene habits, particularly the use of dental floss. Data from 200 children and their caregivers were analyzed. Results: From the data analysis, it emerged that most participants were from Marsala (58.5%). The use of dental floss among children was generally limited. Only 14% of children used dental floss regularly, and most reported using it once a day (41.7%). Most of the children who used dental floss in their oral hygiene routine used it after brushing (54.2%) and found it easy to use (79.2%). Conclusions: The results indicate the need for targeted educational campaigns that emphasize the importance of regular dental floss use, both among children and their caregivers. Dental health programs should include practical demonstrations and active involvement of caregivers to improve the adoption of good oral hygiene practices. Additionally, it is crucial to address the barriers to flossing, such as lack of knowledge, difficulties in use, or associated costs. Family interventions and public initiatives can significantly contribute to improving children's oral health in Italy.
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Higiene oral Fio dentário Crianças Itália Educação em saúde Prevalência Oral hygiene Dental floss Children Italy Health education Prevalence