Dental Health Workers Research Articles

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TOOTH BRUSHING BEHAVIOR AND DENTAL CARIES IN CHILDREN AT 27 SUNGAI SAPIH PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL KURANJI, PADANG CITY

Caries is often experienced in mid-childhood 10-12 years which is referred to as a vulnerable period, because it is at that time that milk teeth begin to fall out and the first permanent teeth begin to grow. The 2018 West Sumatra Basic Health Research Results ( Rikesdas ) stated that 41.74% of children aged 10-14 years experience dental caries, while the prevalence of dental caries in Padang City is around 6,154 children, which is 36.71% . The behavior of maintaining community dental health in maintaining oral health is brushing teeth, while brushing teeth is the most important primary prevention action recommended . Research objectives to find out relationship between tooth brushing behavior and dental caries in children at 27 Sungai Sapih Public Elementary School Kuranji, Padang City . The type of research used is quantitative research, namely analytic with an observation approach . The population in this study were all students in grades 4 and 5 at State Elementary School 27 Sungai Sapih Kuranji Padang City, totaling 114 people with total sampling technique. This research was conducted at 27 Sungai Sapih Public Elementary School Kuranji, Padang City. When the research was conducted in November 2022 -February 2023 . Analysis data using Spearman test, data processing using computerized program SPSS IBM version 25.0 . The results of the study showed that the most tooth brushing behavior was moderate, namely 94 people (82.5%), the most dental caries was very low, namely 56 people (49.1%) and there were relationship between tooth brushing behavior and dental caries in children at 27 Sungai Sapih Public Elementary School Kuranji, Padang City. ( p = 0.001 ) . It is recommended for dental health workers to educate schools about the importance of dental and oral care and how to brush their teeth properly and correctly so that they can increase students' knowledge and behavior in brushing their teeth for the better.

Torture victims' perspective on dental treatment: "Every sign you make, every move you take" - A qualitative study.

Torture victims struggling with post-traumatic stress often experience elements in the dental treatment situation that may trigger trauma-related reactions. The aim of the study was to explore intervention strategies that will enable dental health workers to adapt dental treatment to the needs of torture survivors. Exploratory interviews were conducted with 10 torture-exposed resettled refugees with dental treatment experience in Norway. The data was analyzed using qualitative content analysis, which suggested that to minimize trauma-reactions, dental personnel should focus on creating a safe therapeutic space and strengthening the patient's sense of control. Four main categories of clinical advice were proposed: (i) Acquire knowledge about psychology, consequences of torture, cultural differences, trauma-informed care, and the patients' individual needs; (ii) Recognize the trigger-potential of busyness or delays; (iii) Avoid surprises, such as sudden moves or actions and explore triggers individually, but make sure not to evoke images of interrogation, and; (iv) Provide overview both with respect to visibility in the clinical room, and to predictability regarding the dental treatment. Although undergoing dental treatment may be challenging for torture-exposed individuals, it is possible to reduce the predicaments considerably by making feasible adaptions to the treatment and adopting a trauma-informed approach.

Ozone water or chloroxylenol: The comparison of disinfection effectiveness against the number of bacterial colonies in dental extraction instruments at the USU Dental and Oral Hospital

Background The application of disinfectants on dental instruments is one way to prevent cross-infection. Cross infection can occur due to microorganisms found in blood, saliva and dental plaque which can contaminate the instruments used by dental health workers. Thus, indirect contact transmission of pathogenic microorganisms occurs from instruments that have been contaminated by dental health workers. Ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol are disinfecting agents used to disinfect medical instruments. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of disinfection of ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol in reducing the number of bacterial colonies on dental extraction instruments at the USU Dental and Oral Hospital between October-December 2022. Methods The samples used were mandibular molar pliers that have been used in tooth extraction procedures. This study was experimental and used three sample groups, where each group consisted of 10 tooth extraction instruments. The treatment group used ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol and the negative control group was cleaned with distilled water. The test effectiveness in this study used bacteria colony counter using the scatter cup method. Data were analyzed using the Kruskal Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests. Results The results of the data analysis showed a p-value ≤0.001, which means that there was a significant difference in the disinfection using ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol on the number of bacterial colonies on dental extraction instruments. The results of this study show that the average number of bacterial colonies formed in the ozone water treatment group was 4.00 ± 4.32, 16.00 ± 6.65 in the 4.8% chloroxylenol treatment group, and 217.50 ± 39.24 in the negative control group (Aquadest). Conclusions From this study it can be said that ozone water is more effective in disinfecting dental extraction instruments than 4.8% chloroxylenol.

Hepatitis B and C infections among Japanese dental health workers: Insights from vaccination rates and screening results in the Oita prefecture.

This study examined the hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection rates and vaccination rates for hepatitis B (HB) among dental healthcare workers (DHCWs) in the Oita prefecture, Japan. Hepatitis virus testing was conducted on 1920 participants (486 dentists and 1434 dental staff). Anonymous data on age, gender, occupation, hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), antibodies to hepatitis B surface antigen (anti-HBs), antibodies to HCV (anti-HCV), history of HB vaccination, and antiviral treatment for individuals with positive anti-HCV were collected. The positivity rates for HBsAg, anti-HBs, and anti-HCV were 0.5%, 39.7%, and 0.6%, respectively. Dentists had significantly higher rates of anti-HBs positivity (53.9% vs. 34.9%; p < .0001) and anti-HCV positivity (1.4% vs. 0.3%; p = .0080) compared to dental staff. The vaccination and non-vaccination rates among 1395 with a known HB vaccination history were 59.1% and 40.9%, respectively. Dentists had a significantly higher HB vaccine vaccination rate than the dental staff (73.6% vs. 54.0%; p < .0001). Those in the vaccination group were younger (p < .0001), had a higher proportion of males (p = .0022) and dentists (p < .0001), a lower HBsAg positivity rate (p < .0097), and a higher anti-HBs positivity rate (p < .0001) compared to those in the non-vaccination group. The positivity rate of HBsAg and anti-HBs in the unvaccinated group increased with age, with HBsAg positivity reaching 3.8% in the 70s and anti-HBs positivity reaching 40.4% in the 70s and 66.7% in the 80s. This study highlights the need to raise awareness about hepatitis prevention vaccination, particularly among dental staff, due to differences in HB vaccination rates across occupations. In particular, they indicated that elderly DHCWs may be more vulnerable to HBV infection. Regular monitoring of the vaccination rate and infection risk is crucial.

Awareness and application of infection control recommendations in the private practice of Iraqi dentists

Infection control rules are extremely important in dental office because dangerous infections can be passed on to the dental health workers or the patient during treatment, the aim of this study was to assess the awareness and knowledge of a group of Iraqi dentists regarding application of infection control rules in their private practice , data was collected by an interview with the study group (35 dentists) to fill a questionnaire. Results showed that many of the infection control measures were inadequately applied, leading to a conclusion that training in both educational and practical fields is required to improve the knowledge related to infection control measures.

Hand hygiene among oral health care providers in public institutions in Edo state even in the wake of Lassa fever.

Hand hygiene is recognized as the leading measure to prevent the cross-transmission of microorganisms and to reduce the incidence of healthcare-associated infections. To assess the knowledge and practice of hygiene among dental health workers even in the wake of Lassa fever. This questionnaire-based descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in four public hospitals in Edo state. All data were collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire after obtaining ethical clearance. 108 of the 120 questionnaires distributed were filled and returned giving a response rate of 90.0%. Overall assessment of respondents' knowledge of hand hygiene revealed that 41.7% of the respondents possessed a good knowledge of hand hygiene, 37.0% had excellent knowledge, 17.6% had moderate and 3.7% had a weak knowledge of hand hygiene. Overall assessment of the practice of hand hygiene showed that the hand hygiene practice of 58.3% of respondents was fair while 37.0% practiced hand hygiene poorly. Only a few (5.6%) respondents had good hand hygiene practices. The outbreak of Lassa fever does not seem to positively influence the practice of hand hygiene among the respondents. While knowledge of hand hygiene is satisfactory in this study, the practice still leaves much to be desired.

Hubungan komunikasi terapeutik terhadap pelayanan kesehatan gigi dan mulut

Background: Patient dissatisfaction is caused by the care and services provided not being able to meet the patient's needs. Therapeutic communication in dental and oral health services at the Batoh Health Center in Banda Aceh is often discussed by patients who visit daily.Objective: The study aims to determine the relationship between the therapeutic communication of dental health workers and patient satisfaction with oral health services.Method: The research design used cross-sectional, conducted at the Batoh Health Center, Banda Aceh City in December 2021. The sample was 32 patients who visited the Batoh Health Center Dental Clinic, taken by accidental sampling. Data collection by observation and interview using a questionnaire instrument. Bivariate data analysis through Chi-Square statistical test, at 95% CI.Results: This shows that dental nurses' therapeutic communication when providing services is good (80,0%), and the satisfaction level of visiting patients is 53,1%. There is a relationship between the therapeutic communication of dental health workers and the level of satisfaction of patients visiting the Batoh Health Center Dental Clinic, Banda Aceh City (p = 0,029).Conclusion: Therapeutic communication is related to the satisfaction level of patients visiting the Batoh Health Center Dental Clinic, Banda Aceh City.

Knowledge Criteria for Dental Cavity Material Before, After, and Differences Using Flip Charts for Class V Students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Darussalam Ulujami Pesanggrahan District, South Jakarta

Tooth cavity disease in Indonesia has a DMF-T index of 4.6 with respective values: Decay component 1.6; Missing component 2.9; and Filling component 0.08; which means tooth decay for the Indonesian population is 460 teeth per 100 people. To reduce the experience index of dental cavities, efforts are being made to increase knowledge (promotional) services so that awareness, motivation, and willingness to change attitudes and behavior in the habit of maintaining dental hygiene increases. After collecting complete data and then processing the statistical analysis, it is hoped that the results will increase the knowledge criteria regarding dental cavities before and after counseling using flip charts for class V students. Researchers used descriptive methods with a cross-sectional design. The data used is primary data using a questionnaire sheet instrument for each respondent, a student at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Darussalam, Ulujami Village, Pesanggrahan District, South Jakarta. The sample in this study was class V students who were registered as students at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Darussalam Ulujami, Ulujami Village, Pesanggrahan District, South Jakarta a total of 40 people were divided into 2 groups consisting of 20 people in 1 group or total sampling. The results of the study showed that class V students were given counseling about dental cavities using flip chart print media from initially having poor knowledge criteria (55%) to reaching good knowledge criteria (82.5%) and there was a difference after the intervention to prevent The occurrence of dental and oral diseases in children is therefore a team of dental health workers together with related parties so that services continue and are sustainable in various community groups, including promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative efforts and are a very meaningful contribution to the health of the Indonesian people.

Relationship between Tooth Brushing Behavior and Dental Caries in Children at 27 Sungai Sapih Public Elementary School Kuranji, Padang City

Caries is often experienced in mid-childhood (10-12 years) which is referred to as a vulnerable period, because at that time milk teeth begin to fall out and first permanent teeth begin to erupt. Tooth brushing is the most recommended primary prevention in maintaining dental and oral health. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between tooth brushing behavior and dental caries in children at 27 Sungai Sapih Kuranji Public Elementary School, Padang City. This was a quantitative study with an analytical and observational approach. Population were all students in grades 4 and 5, totaling 114 students obtained with total sampling technique. Data were analyzed using the Spearman test, and were processed using computerized program SPSS IBM version 25.0. The results showed that most subjects had moderate tooth brushing behavior (82.5%), and the highest percentage of dental caries level was very low (49.1%). The Spearman test showed a significant relationship between tooth brushing behavior and dental caries level among the subjects (p=0.001). In conclusion, there was a significant relationship between tooth brushing behavior and dental caries in children at SD Negeri 27 Sungai Sapih Kuranji, Padang City. It is recommended for dental health workers to educate the students about the importance of dental and oral care and how to do tooth brushing properly and correctly. Keywords: tooth brushing behavior; dental caries; elementary school children; dental and oral health

Occupational exposure to electromagnetic fields from dental devices: A descriptive study

Abstract&#x0D; &#x0D; Objective: Electromagnetic Field sources which are widely used as part of the operating mechanism occupational exposure occurs with the electricity is generated, distributed or usage in the everyday environment. We aimed to obtain the Extremely Low Frequency-Magnetic Field exposure profile for dental health workers from electrical devices used in dentistry. &#x0D; Methods: Measurements were performed while appliances under working conditions, 10 cm distance with the device for 6 minutes and for 7 days. The highest measured value in every 10 second was recorded. The mean ± SD of minimum and maximum Extremely Low Frequency-Magnetic Field for high-speed dental handpiece with LED, low-speed dental handpiece, model-trimming machine, automatic boil-out unit, steam machine, vacuum device, and polishing machine were recorded in milliGauss. &#x0D; Results: The values which obtains from model-trimming machine and polishing machine were remarkable (809.17 ± 37.70 / 975.00 ± 10.27, 649.33 ± 201.37 / 1367.00 ± 32.17, respectively). Conclusion: The results show that periodic Electromagnetic Field exposure measurements should be conducted to obtain more detailed information about workplace exposures and sources.&#x0D; &#x0D; Keywords: Health, electromagnetic field, extremely low-frequency field, exposure, occupational

INAPPROPRIATE TEETH BRUSHING TECHNIQUE WITH GUM RECESSION IN THE ELDERLY 55-65 YEARS OLD

Background: Incorrect tooth brushing technique is still often done by the elderly in everyday life horizontally and vertically. The severity of gingival recession based on Marini (2019) can be measured and assessed as follows: mild recession (≤ 3mm), moderate gingival recession: (3-4mm), severe gingival recession: (&gt; 4mm).Research objective: To analyze the relationship between improper tooth brushing technique and gum recession in the elderly aged 55-65 years at Posbindu Mawar, Cempaka Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency.Methodology: The research method used is descriptive analytic research with a cross-sectional design, namely looking for the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable by taking a momentary measurement or measuring it only once and no follow-up or follow-up is carried out within a certain period of timeResults: Research on the relationship between tooth brushing technique and gum recession in the elderly aged 55-65 years at Posbindu Mawar, Cempaka Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency. The research method used is the CrossSectional method. Data obtained using statistical tests using the chi-square test. The age range for the research sample at Posbindu Mawar, Cempaka Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency was 22 people. There were 6 people (27.2%) aged 55-60 years, while 16 people (72.8%) had gum recession and aged 60-65 years. the majority of respondents carried out tooth brushing activities using the horizontal method, namely as many as 12 people (54%). Dam analysis obtained a p-value = 0.008 (p &lt;0.05), meaning that there is a relationship between tooth brushing technique and gum recession in the elderly.Conclusion: There is an average analysis of inaccurate tooth brushing techniques that are commonly carried out in daily life, at Posbindu Mawar, Cempaka Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency. It is recommended that dental health workers provide guidance to posbindu cadres targeting the elderly through dental and oral health education, especially proper and correct tooth brushing techniques.

The disinfection effectiveness of ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol against the number of bacterial colonies in dental extraction instruments at the USU Dental and Oral Hospital in October-December 2022

Background: The application of disinfectants on dental instruments is one way to prevent cross-infection. Cross infection can occur due to microorganisms found in blood, saliva and dental plaque which can contaminate the instruments used by dental health workers. Thus, indirect contact transmission of pathogenic microorganisms occurs from instruments that have been contaminated by dental health workers. Ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol are disinfecting agents used to disinfect medical instruments. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of disinfection of ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol in reducing the number of bacterial colonies on dental extraction instruments at the USU Dental and Oral Hospital between October-December 2022. Methods: The samples used were mandibular molar pliers that have been used in tooth extraction procedures. This study was experimental and used three sample groups, where each group consisted of 10 tooth extraction instruments. The treatment group used ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol and the negative control group was cleaned with distilled water. The test effectiveness in this study used bacteria colony counter using the scatter cup method. Data were analyzed using the Kruskal Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests. Results: The results of the data analysis showed a p-value ≤0.001, which means that there was a significant difference in the disinfection using ozone water and 4.8% chloroxylenol on the number of bacterial colonies on dental extraction instruments. The results of this study show that the average number of bacterial colonies formed in the ozone water treatment group was 4.00 ± 4.32, 16.00 ± 6.65 in the 4.8% chloroxylenol treatment group, and 217.50 ± 39.24 in the negative control group (Aquadest). Conclusions: From this study it can be said that ozone water is more effective in disinfecting dental extraction instruments than 4.8% chloroxylenol.

Mental wellbeing of frontline health workers post-pandemic: lessons learned and a way forward.

To assess the state of mental wellbeing among medical and dental frontline health workers as the COVID-19 pandemic transitions to an endemic phase and to determine what employer-provided intervention strategies these workers perceive as effective and desirable to improve their mental wellbeing. An anonymous online survey distributed to frontline health workers in a hospitalist program of a tertiary care medical center and a university dental school in Minnesota in September 2022. The survey contained validated tools to measure depression severity, levels of perceived stress, and mental health status as well as questions to determine effective strategies to improve emotional wellbeing among these health workers. Data was evaluated on an aggregate level as well as stratified by level (e.g., physician, staff) and field (e.g., medicine, dentistry). On average, all groups of health workers suffered from moderate to moderately severe depression, had a much higher perceived stress level than average, and had a fair mental health status. There were no significant differences in depression severity, stress level, or mental health status among physicians, dentists, medical staff, and dental staff. The majority of the respondents perceived adjusted work hours, rewards and incentives, and teamwork as the most effective and desirable strategies to improve their mental wellbeing. The current mental wellbeing of frontline health workers is poor. Many are dissatisfied with healthcare and consider leaving the industry. To improve their employees' mental wellbeing, healthcare employers might want to consider adjusted work hours, rewards, and teamwork as these intervention strategies are perceived as most effective and desirable by the intended recipients.

KNOWLEDGE OF DENTAL AND MOUTH HEALTH WITH THE BEHAVIOR OF ARECA NUT CHEWING OF ADOLESCENTS IN YAPEN ISLANDS REGENCY

Background: Dental and oral health problems in the community, one of which arises because of behavioral factors or attitudes of ignoring dental and oral hygiene. In Indonesia, dental and oral health problems are relatively high, based on data from the 2018 Basic Health Research that 57.6% of the Indonesian population has dental and oral health problems with 10.2% of dental health workers. Papua Province has dental and oral health problems as of 48. The lowest tooth brushing behavior in Indonesia is 54.4% from the national data of 94.7% with a ratio of dental medical personnel still very low at 8%. Methods: The design of this study used a cross-sectional study, the sample used the Probability Proportional Size sampling technique and obtained 90 respondents, and the data analysis in this study used the chi-square test. Results: Based on the results of research and discussion in this study, the distribution of respondents with knowledge of Dental and oral health with the poor category as much as 58.9%, the sufficient category 20%, and the good category as much as 21.1%, the distribution of respondents who have chewing betel nut behavior is 66.7%, and do not have betel nut chewing behavior 33.3%, and the results of the analysis using the chi-square test obtained p-value 0.000 &lt; = 0.05. Conclusion: there is a relationship between the level of knowledge of respondents about dental and oral health with betel nut chewing behavior in the Yapen Islands Regency. It is necessary to do health promotion about dental and oral health in the Yapen Islands Regency. It can increase the knowledge and behavior of adolescent health in maintaining dental and oral health in the Yapen Islands Regency.

Development of educational model of the pillow book kesgi as learning to brushing teeth for preschool children

Preschool children have higher health problems than elementary school age children. The high level of dental health problems in preschool children is due to the low behavior of maintaining oral hygiene, especially in brushing teeth, it is proven that the data on brushing teeth correctly at the age of &gt; 3 years is only 2.3%. Efforts to improve dental health status in preschool children by establishing independence in brushing teeth as early as possible. The kesgi pillow book model is a development of the dental health pillow book media that researchers have made in previous studies, where there are various pillow book titles, so it is necessary to develop learning methods for the dental health pillow book media that have been created. This study aims to develop an educational model of the Kesgi pillow book as an effort to improve the dental and oral health status of preschool children. This research method uses Research and Development (R&amp;D). The samples for the design stage of the Kesgi pillow book model with purposive sampling consisted of: dental health managers at the health office, curriculum managers at the education office, heads of community health centers, kindergarten principals, dental health workers and teachers. The research instrument used a question sheet and data collection techniques were carried out by interview. Data analysis for model validation with intraclass correlation coefficient. The results of expert validity show that the p-value = 0.000. Conclusion: educational model of the pillow book kesgi relevant as a learning model for preschool children in an effort to improve the dental health status of preschool children.&#x0D; Keywords: Model, pillow book, learning, brushing teeth

IDENTIFICATION OF ORAL HEALTH OF PREGNANT WOMEN IN TRIMESTER I IN KUPANG CITY HEALTH CENTER

The oral cavity of pregnant women is prone to inflammation due to hormonal changes, causing the gingiva to become sensitive if oral health is not maintained properly. This study aims to determine the identification of the oral health of pregnant women in the first trimester at the Health Center Oesapa Kupang City. The design of this research is descriptive research with cross sectional design. The sampling technique was purposive sampling, as many as 31 pregnant women with inclusion criteria: First trimester pregnant women and willing to be respondents. Exclusion criteria: Patient refused for examination. The independent research variables were education level and socioeconomic status, while the dependent variable was the identification of the oral health of pregnant women in the first trimester (gingival status). Data was collected by interview and clinical examination of the oral cavity of pregnant women in the first trimester at the KIA Poly Health Center Oesapa Kupang City. Data analysis using Spearmen correlation test. The results of the Spearmen correlation test showed that there was a significant relationship between education level and gingival status p=0.034 (p&lt;0.05), correlation coefficient 0.332 (positive) meaning that the higher the level of education, the lighter the inflammation or the lower the education the more severe the inflammation. There was no significant correlation between socioeconomic status and gingival status (p&gt;0.05). Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between education level and gingival status as well as socioeconomic status. There is no correlation between socioeconomic status and gingival status on dental and oral health of pregnant women. Suggestion: Midwives need to work together with dental health workers so that pregnant women can have their teeth checked after a pregnancy check in order to prevent dental disease during pregnancy.

Education and Awareness Activities Regarding Hepatitis B and C Among Japanese Dental Health Workers in the Oita Prefecture

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections are known to pose a major threat for dental health workers (DHWs). Previously, we reported that the HBV and HCV infection rates among DHWs in the Oita Prefecture in Japan were higher than those among the general population. The aim of this study was to disseminate knowledge about hepatitis and its prevention among the DHWs. Educational booklets were mailed to 2,197 DHWs working in 487 dental clinics. After anonymously responding to online questions about their experience with HBV and HCV testing, Hepatitis B vaccination, and percutaneous injury, the subjects were required to respond to additional questions about their understanding of hepatitis. A total of 521 DHWs (205 males and 316 females) responded to the questionnaires. Among them, 61.6% had experienced percutaneous injuries, but only 19.4% were fully aware of how to deal with them before reading the booklet, and also 10.6% had sufficient knowledge about hepatitis. The past Hepatitis B vaccination, past HBV testing rate, and past HCV testing rate were 62.4%, 71.8%, and 43.2%, respectively. The DHWs who are not dentists (n = 293) had significantly lower rates of past testing for their own hepatitis virus, knowledge about treatment of percutaneous injuries, and awareness of hepatitis as compared to dentists (n = 228). After reading the booklet, 99.5% of subjects found the booklet useful and 87.3% said it would influence their future hepatitis testing. The educational booklet was effective way to increase DHWs' knowledge about Hepatitis B and C and how to manage percutaneous injuries.

The relationship between the psychological conditions of dental and oral health workers during the PPKM level-4 period of the Covid-19 pandemic at the Makassar city hospital: Online cross-sectional survey

To determine the relationship between the psychological conditions of dental and oral health workers during the Covid-19 pande-mic, it was conductedobservational analytic study, with a cross-sectional design by online. A total of 156 dental health workers at RSGMP Unhas and RSKDGM who worked during thePPKM period 26 July 2021-6 September 2021 were obtained using the purposive sampling technique. This study was conducted using a questionnaire instrument in the form of an online google form in November 2021. The questionnaire consisted of 19 question items using the Kruskal Wallis test and Mann Whitney test.The results showed that gender and work experience had a significant effect on infection. Female participants were more likely to be concerned about thepresence of infection and that the virus was imminent. It is concluded there was a significant relationship between the psychological condition of dental and oral health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly women, and doctors with less work experience, reporting a much higher impact.

EFFECT OF ONLINE EDUCATION ON INCREASING KNOWLEDGE ABOUT KEEP YOUR TEETH CLEAN AND MOUTH OF STUDENTS OF CLASS VIII-2 SMP STATE 1 DARUL IMARAH

Education or education is the provision of one's knowledge and abilities through learning, so that a person or group of people who receive education can do as expected by educators, from those who do not know to know and from those who are unable to cope with their own health to become independent. This study aims to determine the effect of online education on increasing knowledge about maintaining dental and oral hygiene. The type of research used is a quasi-experimental design with one group pre-test and post-test design. Conducted at SMPN 1 Darul Imarah, data collection was carried out using a questionnaire. The population in this study amounted to 30 students. The sample used is 30 students using total sampling. The results showed an increase in the mean value of students' knowledge after intervention with online education was 17.5 from pretest 67.83 to 85.33 at posttest, data processing used statistical tests, Paired Sample T-Test p = 0.000 (p = &lt; 0.05). The conclusion is that there is an effect of online education on increasing knowledge about maintaining dental and oral hygiene. Suggestions are expected for teachers and dental health workers to cooperate in providing guidance and counseling about dental and oral hygien.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT OF DENTAL AND ORAL HEALTH SERVICES WITH PATIENT VISITS

Health development in the 2015-2019 period is the Healthy Indonesia Program with the aim of improving the health status of the community through health efforts and community empowerment supported by financial protection and equitable distribution of health services. The health development agenda for 2015-2019 is to achieve better access and quality of health services. Good and quality services will increase patient visits which in turn will increase the total income of the puskesmas. The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between the quality management of dental and oral health services with patient visits at the Sukasuka Health Center, Garut Regency. The research method used cross sectional. The population of all patients who visited the Sukasuka Health Center was 25 people with purposive sampling technique. Measuring tools using questionnaires and patient visit data. Data were analyzed using Chi-Square statistical test. The results showed that the quality management of dental and oral health services was mostly in the good category (72%), most of the patient visits were in the good category (52%). The results of the Chi-Square test showed that there was a relationship between the quality management of dental and oral health services with the number of patient visits at the Sukabagus Health Center, Garut Regency with a value (ρ-value) = 0.002 (&lt; : 0.05). The conclusion is that there is a relationship between the quality management of dental and oral health services with the number of patient visits at the Sukasuka Health Center, Garut Regency, it is hoped that the Sukasuka Health Center will improve the quality of health services for dental health workers both by increasing competence and work motivation and increasing community participation development through groups. -organized community groups.