Impact of dental caries on oral health related quality of life among preschool children: perceptions of parents

Pakkhesal, Mina; Riyahi, Elham; Alhosseini, AliAkbar Naghavi; Amdjadi, Parisa; Behnampour, Nasser

doi:10.1186/s12903-021-01396-4

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“…4 Such problems can lead to negative impacts on growth and development. 4,5 Further progression without treatment can lead to tooth loss, which will compromise the future of permanent dentition eruption and occlusion. 4,6 Other negative consequences include increased risk of hospitalizations and emergency visits, increased treatment cost, and loss of school days.…”

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

2021

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Objectives The aims of the present study were to evaluate the level of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward early childhood caries (ECC) in a group of Qatari parents and to assess the association of sociodemographic factors on their KAP. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional study which was based on a piloted self-administered questionnaire was conveniently distributed to parents who attended the Pediatric Dentistry Section, Hamad Dental Center (HDC), Doha, Qatar. The questionnaire comprised four parts which asked about sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices. A score for each domain was given based on the percentage of correct answers. Statistical Analysis Descriptive and analytical statistics were employed. For descriptive statistics, frequency of distribution in relation to sociodemographic characteristics and responses to items of the questionnaire were presented. For analytical statistics, associations between independent variables and KAP were employed using Chi-squared tests. Results The overall mean scores of KAP were 60.8%, 65.6% and 72.7%, respectively. Females had significantly higher percentages of correct answers than males (p = 0.001). Only 20% of females had poor knowledge, while it was 40% in males. Parents with university or higher degrees had significantly higher percentage of good attitudes than parents with preparatory or less education (p = 0.05). Areas that necessitated improvement by parents included the following: the amount of toothpaste needed for brushing, signs of tooth demineralization, bacteria that causes tooth decay can be transmitted from mother to her child, and tooth decay can be transmitted by sharing utensils (i.e., spoons, forks). Conclusions The overall KAP of parents toward ECC was relatively fair. However, certain socioeconomic factors (SEF) seemed to influence each domain, and areas of improvement are needed. Areas of improvement are needed in each domain. Mothers were significantly more knowledgeable than fathers regarding oral health issues of their children. Highly educated parents demonstrated better attitudes than the less educated. Continuous educational programs coordinated by health regulatory bodies should be introduced to improve parents' KAP regarding ECC risk factors and prevention.

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

2021

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“…The mean DMFT and PUFA scores were significantly higher in the delinquent group compared to the mainstream group, suggesting a higher prevalence of dental caries in delinquent compared to mainstream children (26). Pakkhesal et al (27) concluded that the higher the DMFT score in preschool children, the more negatively impacted OHRQoL. Similar results were reported by Bukhari in working adults (28) and results were not comparable.…”

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Impact of DMFT, PUFA, DAI, and TDIs on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) Among Foundling, Delinquent, and Mainstream School Children: A Prilimenary Study

Alsaif

Alkhadra

AlJameel

2022

Front. Public Health

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ObjectivesTo assess oral health and its implication on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) among groups of foundling and delinquent children compared to mainstream children in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Materials and MethodsThis cross-sectional observational study was conducted on children in care houses and mainstream school-going children. The following variables were measured for each group: Demographic data (age, gender); subjective oral health condition; (OHRQoL); clinical oral health condition including the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index; pulpally involved, ulceration, fistula, and abscess (PUFA) index; Dental Aesthetic Index (DAI) for malocclusion, and traumatic dental injuries (TDI).Statistical AnalysisA one-way ANOVA test, Chi-square test, and Pearson correlation coefficient were used.ResultsThe total OHRQoL score was significantly higher for the delinquent compared to the mainstream group. In addition, the DMFT and mean PUFA scores were significantly higher for the delinquent group than the others. The DAI revealed statistical significance in occlusion status within the foundling and delinquent groups, and the prevalence of TDI was significantly higher in the delinquent vs. the mainstream group.ConclusionOral health status appeared to have an association with the OHRQoL among foundling, delinquent, and mainstream children.

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“…Oral health affects the oral cavity and the children's mental and physical status and appearance; it also affects their growth and development, speech, sense of taste, mastication, social relations, and establishing a sense of social satisfaction [1]. Oral health can be compromised by various factors, including traumatic dental injuries (TDI) and dental caries [2].…”

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Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of 2 to 5-Year-Old Children in Iran

Taghian

Sadri²,

Soleimani³

et al. 2022

J Res Dent Maxillofac Sci

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Background and Aim: Traumatic dental injuries (TDI) and dental caries are among the prevalent oral health issues in preschool children that can lead to psychosocial and physical complications. Therefore, it is crucial to assess their effects on children's oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). This study aimed to assess the effect of oral health status on OHRQoL of 2-to 5-year-old children in Sari, Iran. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 540 randomly selected children between 2 to 5 years. Their decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) indices was determined by oral clinical examination. The Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS) was completed by the parents. SPSS 16 was used for statistical analysis by the Chi-square test, independent t-test, and ANOVA. Results: The ECOHIS mean scores in the Family Impact Section (FIS) and Child Impact Section (CIS) were 1.8±3.0 and 2.7±4.2, respectively. The mean DMFT score of children was 3.2±3.07, with 47% having a DMFT of 0. The frequency of TDI was 11.5%. The DMFT index and ECOHIS were significantly correlated (r=0.571, P<0.001). A statistically significant correlation was found between ECOHIS and TDI, indicating lower quality of life (QoL) in patients with a history of TDI (P<0.001). Conclusion: Children's oral health considerably affects their own and their parents' QoL. Its effect on children's QoL is greater than its impact on the QoL of the parents.

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Impact of dental caries on oral health related quality of life among preschool children: perceptions of parents

Cited by 41 publications

References 26 publications

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

Impact of DMFT, PUFA, DAI, and TDIs on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) Among Foundling, Delinquent, and Mainstream School Children: A Prilimenary Study

Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of 2 to 5-Year-Old Children in Iran

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