Oral health–related quality of life in children and adolescents of Indian population

Sinha, Neeta; Shankar, Daya; Vaibhav, Vikas; Vyas, Tarun; Singh, Akhilesh Kumar; Parihar, Anuj Singh

doi:10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_113_20

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“…In fact, previous caries experience has been shown to be the most important predictor of poor oral quality of life, not only in the paediatric population [42,43]. A study conducted by Sinha et al in 2020 in Indian children and adolescents has already indicated a clear association between poor oral health and impaired quality of life [44]. In this way, studies could continue beyond a cross-sectional study such as this one and be examined longitudinally over time.…”

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Cross-Sectional Study on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Using OHIP-14 in Migrants Children in Melilla (Spain)

Ribas-Pérez,

Sevillano Garcés,

Rodriguez Menacho

et al. 2023

Children

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Quality of life is a parameter that not only evaluates clinical parameters, but also refers to the perception of the individual in his or her sociocultural context. It also refers to psychosocial aspects that have a very important impact on people’s lives. Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) must also be considered when assessing oral health in any population for which an oral health program is to be developed. On this premise, and taking into account the precarious situation of refugee children housed in the Temporary Center for Migrants (CETI) in Melilla (Spain), a study was conducted to assess the oral health and OHRQoL of the children housed in the aforementioned facility. For this purpose, the 120 children in care at the time of the study underwent a basic epidemiological examination according to the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO), and their OHRQoL was assessed using the specific OHIP-14 questionnaire. The results show a state of oral health with a high caries prevalence (95%), high DMFT, and dft indices for the studied population. The oral health-related quality of life perceived by these children shows that pain and psychological discomfort are the areas rated worst by them. Thus, it is concluded that it is important to implement specific oral health programs for this population, based on caries prevention and pain management, which must also take into account the psychological and sociocultural aspects that have accompanied their lives.

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Cross-Sectional Study on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Using OHIP-14 in Migrants Children in Melilla (Spain)

Ribas-Pérez,

Sevillano Garcés,

Rodriguez Menacho

et al. 2023

Children

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“…Hence, our app can be beneficial for all users, especially those who do not work in a health‐related occupation, for the maintenance and improvement of oral health‐related quality of life. Moreover, the quality of life related to oral health, which was examined using the OHIP‐14, was significantly associated with oral hygiene practice, such as toothbrushing habits (Avasthi et al, 2022 ; Sinha et al, 2020 ). Therefore, the quality of life related to oral health may have affected the oral health practices of participants.…”

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Development and evaluation of the “Toothbrushing Timer with Information on Toothbrushes” application: A prospective cohort pilot study

Kaneyasu,

Shigeishi,

Sugiyama

et al. 2023

Clinical & Exp Dental Res

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ObjectivesFor people, it is challenging to be conscious of the appropriate toothbrushing time to maintain good oral health in daily life. The aim of this study was to preliminarily examine the utility of an application (app) that combines a toothbrushing timer and information on toothbrushes.Materials and MethodsWe developed the “Toothbrushing Timer with Information on Toothbrushes” app to help users ensure appropriate toothbrushing time and learn about the beneficial characteristics of toothbrushes. A total of 18 participants were registered for the study. At baseline (T0) and after 1 month (T1) of app usage, study participants answered a digital questionnaire that comprised three questions on oral health practice, self‐efficacy in oral hygiene, and quality of life related to oral health (Oral Health Impact Profile‐14 [OHIP‐14]).ResultsFive participants were excluded from the analysis as they did not answer the digital questionnaire. Finally, 13 participants completed the survey with a follow‐up of 1 month. The 13 participants were grouped into health professionals (n = 8) and non‐health professionals (n = 5). The total scores for oral health practice and self‐efficacy related to oral hygiene increased after a month of app usage in health professional and non‐health professional groups. However, there were no significant differences between T0 and T1 in either group. The total score of OHIP‐14 was lower at T1 than at T0 in both groups. Therefore, participants showed better oral health practice, self‐efficacy in oral hygiene, and quality of life related to oral health at T1 compared with that at T0.ConclusionsOur app showed positive results for the users and is useful in maintaining and promoting oral health awareness and practice. However, our pilot study lacks sufficient power and did not yield significant differences. Therefore, high‐quality clinical trials with larger sample sizes are warranted for further improvement and evaluation.

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“…Gene editing technology, with its ability to identify, delete, or replace genes can improve the prognosis of Squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity that arises due to viral and bacterial factors. 49,50,51…”

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Recent Advances in Oral Healthcare- A Review

Sharma

Chandel

Bhardwaj

et al. 2020

Int. J. Drug Res. Dental Sci

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Advances in technology have transformed the dentistry to optimize patient care and satisfaction. This has made dental care more efficient, comfortable, and accessible. Dentists continue to utilise high-quality treatment approaches which are more accurate, faster, and precise than traditional methods. Leading-edge equipment and technological researches will give oral health care providers more confidence and predictability, resulting in improved healthcare for their patients.

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Oral health–related quality of life in children and adolescents of Indian population

Cited by 9 publications

References 16 publications

Cross-Sectional Study on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Using OHIP-14 in Migrants Children in Melilla (Spain)

Cross-Sectional Study on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Using OHIP-14 in Migrants Children in Melilla (Spain)

Development and evaluation of the “Toothbrushing Timer with Information on Toothbrushes” application: A prospective cohort pilot study

Recent Advances in Oral Healthcare- A Review

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