ArticleSpecial care in dentistry : official publication of the American Association of Hospital Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped, and the American Society for Geriatric Dentistry
Perceived Oral Health Status, Oral Health Behavior, and Care Utilization in Students With Visual Impairments: A Parental Perspective.
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- Perceived Oral Health Status, Oral Health Behavior, and Care Utilization in Students With Visual Impairments: A Parental Perspective.Special care in dentistry : official publication of the American Association of Hospital Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped, and the American Society for Geriatric DentistryArticle
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Abstract
objectivesTo assess parents' perceived oral health status, oral hygiene behaviors, and dental care for their children with visual impairments (VI).
methodsA descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among parents of students with VI attending special schools in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. Convenience sampling was used to recruit the participants. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and analytical statistics were used for data analysis.
resultsSeventy-seven parents completed the survey (response rate: 63.6%). Most children were aged 6-11 years (38.9%). Tooth brushing varied: 16.9% brushed at least twice a day; 40.2% brushed irregularly; 7.8% flossed regularly; and 49.3% consumed sweets once or twice a day. Parents' perceptions of their children's oral health were as follows: positive, 61.0%; fair or poor, 39.0%. A significant association was found between sweets intake frequency and perceived oral health status (p = 0.035). Many of the children had not visited a dentist for over a year (29.9%) or had never visited one (25.9%).
conclusionThere is a need to enhance oral health promotion and dental care access for students with VI. A collaborative approach involving teachers, parents, and dental professionals is recommended to support their oral health needs.
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