ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2024
Effectiveness of a Comprehensive School-Based Oral Health Intervention Program on Periodontal Disease Outcomes: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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- Impact of IL-17A rs2275913 allelic variation on periodontitis susceptibility: evidence from a meta-analysis.Odontology · 2026Pooled it
- Developmentally Stratified Integrated Preventive Strategies for Pediatric Oral Health: A Systematic Review with Healthcare Implications.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Effectiveness of an Interactive School-Based Oral Health Educational Program on Periodontal Status Among Palestinian Adolescents: An Intervention Study.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: Periodontitis is a prevalent oral health issue in rural India, contributing to tooth loss and systemic health complications. School-based oral health education programs offer a promising prevention and early intervention strategy. Objective: To assess the impact of a comprehensive school-based oral health program on periodontal disease prevalence and severity among school-aged children in rural Bhopal. Materials and Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted among 5000 children (10-15 years) in rural Bhopal. The intervention group received a 6-month program comprising oral hygiene instruction, dietary counseling, information on periodontitis, and facilitated dental checkups. The control group received no additional oral health education. Pre- and post-test assessments included clinical examinations (Community Periodontal Index, Gingival Index, Plaque Index) and oral health knowledge and practices questionnaire. Results: After six months, the intervention group showed significant reductions in periodontal indices (CPI: -0.45, Conclusion: A comprehensive school-based oral health education program is efficacious in improving periodontal health, knowledge, and practices among rural Indian children. The program's success supports its potential for broader implementation as a sustainable and cost-effective public health intervention in similar settings.
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