KIẾN THỨC VÀ THỰC HÀNH CHĂM SÓC VỆ SINH RĂNG MIỆNG CỦA HỌC SINH TRƯỜNG TIỂU HỌC KHƯƠNG THƯỢNG HÀ NỘI NĂM 2022-2023

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to describe the current state of knowledge and practice regarding oral hygiene care among students aged 6 to 8 years old at Khuong Thuong Primary School Hanoi for the academic year 2022-2023. Subjects and methods: The study was conducted on 181 students at Khuong Thuong Primary School, Hanoi. The research design used cross-sectional study. Research subjects are children from 6 to 8 years old who fully meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: Out of 181 students participating in the study, 105 were male students (accounting for 58.01%), 76 female students (41.99%). Research also shows that 96.7% of students answered correctly regarding the causes of tooth decay, 90.1% correctly indicated the recommended time for brushing teeth. Additionally, 95% of students habitually use a toothbrush to clean their teeth, 89.5% brush their teeth twice a day, and 93.9% utilize toothpicks. Conclusion: The oral hygiene knowledge and practice of students at Khuong Thuong Primary School, Hanoi, are relatively good. However, considering the age group of 6 to 8 years, there is a need for appropriate health education methods to further enhance knowledge and practice among students in oral health care.