Importance Of Primary Teeth Research Articles

Parents' Knowledge and Awareness About the Importance of Primary Teeth and Space Maintainers in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Primary teeth are important for eating, speaking, and esthetics, as well as for guiding the eruption and maintaining the space for the permanent teeth. The best space maintainers (SM) for permanent dentition are the natural primary teeth. The aim of this study was to assess parents' knowledge and awareness of the importance of primary teeth and SM in Saudi Arabia. This cross-sectional study invited parents who were living in Saudi Arabia via different social media platforms to complete a validated questionnaire. The data collected included demographic characteristics, questions about parents' knowledge of their children's oral hygiene, and the importance of primary teeth, as well as questions about knowledge of SM. A total of 392 participants completed the questionnaire. Dental problems and pain were the most common reasons for visiting the pediatric dentist (n=260; 66.3%). With respect to the age at which the first primary tooth erupted, more than half of the parents (n=270; 68.9%) knew the correct age. Only 43.3% (n=168) of the parents had received any information about SM and only 39.5% (n=155) of them knew their purpose. Most parents agree that treating primary teeth is important for their children's oral health and development. However, most are unaware of an SM's purpose. We recommend that dentists discuss SM's importance with parents actively after extracting their child's teeth. This will help increase parents' awareness and understanding of SM and encourage them to be more informed about this dental treatment option.

Knowledge and Awareness of Space Maintainers among Parents in Saudi Arabia: A Literature Review

Premature loss is a serious problem that affects children oral health in Saudi Arabia. Different dental consequences could result after early loss of primary teeth if no proper treatment is applied. The aim of this review is to contextualise the previous studies about the parental knowledge and awareness towards the importance of primary teeth, causes and sequels of premature loss of these teeth and space maintenance appliances.

Patterns and Reasons for Extracted Primary Teeth in Children Attending a Pediatric Dental Teaching Clinic

Introduction: Understanding the patterns and reasons why children’s primary teeth are extracted is crucial to improve oral health outcomes among children. Objective: This retrospective study aimed to determine the patterns and reasons for primary teeth extraction in children attending a dental teaching clinic in Malaysia. Materials and methods: Between 2009 and 2019, dental records were screened by undergraduate students for patients aged under 16 years who had undergone primary tooth extraction. Data were collected on age, gender, indications and year of tooth extraction, as well as type of tooth extracted. Descriptive statistics and bivariate association analysis were performed. A p value ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: 1,785 teeth were extracted. Females had more tooth extractions than males. Tooth extraction was common among the 7–9 years old group (47.2%). The most frequently extracted primary tooth was the first molar (29.1%), whereas the lateral incisor was the least (11.7%). Extraction due to dental caries was the main reason among all age groups (57.5%), followed by shedding time (38.1%). Statistical differences were found between patterns and reasons for tooth extraction and age groups (p< 0.05). However, no significant differences were observed in terms of the age and year of extraction (p> 0.05). Conclusions: First molars were the most frequently extracted teeth. Dental caries and its sequelae remain the foremost cause of dental extraction among this sample of Malaysian children. The development of appropriate oral health education programs on the importance of primary teeth, alongside early dental examination, are recommended to prevent tooth extraction.

Maternal Factors in Relation to Early Childhood Caries Among Preschool Children in Myanmar.

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 3- to 5-year-old preschool children in Yangon City in 2016-2017 to investigate the association between their caries experience and maternal factors. Children's oral examination and questionnaire surveys to their mothers were conducted. Children's caries prevalence was 82.9% with mean dmft of 6.4 ± 4.9. Mean oral health knowledge score of their mothers was 8.5 ± 2.8. Mother's educational level and oral health knowledge were significant predictors of childhood caries. Third- or later-born children were twice more likely to have dental caries than first-born children (P = .022). Mother's regular dental check-up resulted in significantly lower odds ratios for caries development in her child. Children's caries experience was high and mother's oral health knowledge regarding the importance of primary teeth was unsatisfactory. It is, therefore, necessary to improve awareness and attentiveness for prevention of childhood caries among parents and guardians in Myanmar.

They're not 'just baby teeth'

Healthy teeth are essential for health, function, and the appearance of children. The importance of primary teeth is frequently underestimated by parents and carers as these teeth will be 'replaced'. However, with waiting lists for paediatric patient care increasing and clinicians in hospital teams battling with the backlog from the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for appropriate management in primary care is greater than ever and parents may be more motivated to focus on prevention and oral care if aware of this. There needs to be a change in the perception of the importance of the primary dentition, including parental education and dental treatment, where possible, in primary care prior to referral. Unfortunately, many parents are unaware of the impact of poor oral health until it is too late. Pain, difficulty eating and drinking, sleepless nights, missed school, loss of confidence, and abnormalities in the development and eruption of the permanent dentition are just a few of the possible consequences of a neglected primary dentition. This article explores the importance of the primary dentition, the critical need to change society's views on primary teeth, and the role of the wider team in helping to achieve this.

Knowledge and Attitude of Parents towards Oral Health Care Needs of their Children in Abbottabad, KPK, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Aim:
 The aim of this study was to determine knowledge and attitude of parents about oral health care needs of their children in Abbottabad, District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
 Materials & Methods:
 A descriptive, cross-sectional study was carried out among parents of young children that included teachers, doctors and general population in Abbottabad, district of KPK province, Pakistan. Non-probability, convenience sampling technique was used. The data was obtained via self-administered and structured questionnaire for knowledge and attitude of parents related to oral health care needs of their children; which was distributed among the parents through online resources. Data was analyzed using SPSS software version 24. Descriptive statistics and Chi Square test were performed. P value of less than 0.05 was considered to be statistically significant.
 Results:
 This study showed that the selected sample had relatively good knowledge regarding the importance of primary teeth. 74.2% of parents were of opinion that children’s teeth should be brushed properly to prevent dental caries. Among parents, mothers had adequate knowledge about dietary (91.4%) and feeding (73.6%) practices. Also, parents (79.4%) had an idea about effects of deleterious oral habits on permanent teeth and two-third (62.9%) of the total number knew that early removal/ decay of primary teeth will have an effect on permanent teeth.
 Conclusion:
 Parental awareness and attitude towards their children’s oral health was found to be relatively good. However, parents of young children need to be more educated in terms of first and regular dental visits in order to be able to maintain a sound primary and permanent dentition.

Medical-Dental Alliance

Background: Comprehensive health care can be achieved by including dental care in all health service programs. Gynecologists and pediatricians establish the relationship with expectant mothers and infants earlier than dentist. They represent a trustworthy source of preventive information and play an important guiding role in developing positive dental attitudes. Objective: The objective of this study was designed to assess the attitude and awareness of gynecologists and pediatricians toward oral health care of mothers and children. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 50 gynecologists and pediatricians. A study-specific questionnaire designed according to specialty was used. The questionnaire pertained to both maternal and infant/child oral health care and included questions on prenatal counseling, feeding practices, dietary habits, oral hygiene practices, and importance of primary teeth. Results: The majority of the gynecologists and pediatricians had good knowledge regarding oral health of expectant mothers, infants, and children. Conclusion: Oral health is an integral part of overall health. Promoting pediatric dentistry through gynecologists and pediatricians can conceptualize the model of “healthy mother and smiling child.”

EVALUATION OF AWARENESS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF CLINICAL NURSES TOWARDS PRIMARY ORAL HEALTH CARE OF CHILDREN.

Background & objectives: Most of the toddlers and early childhood children in developing and under developing countries do not visit dental clinics for oral examinations earlier than three years of age though they often visit primary health care providers for regular medical checkups. Health care providers like nurses are easily available and are in frequent contact with expecting mothers and children for routine check ups. This provides an opportunity to join in oral health promotion and care into health care. Nurses play a major as well as prominent role in providing health services, along with the general physicians. Yet, the nurses can be efficiently employed to promote oral health awareness among the community level. The oral health should have greater importance in the nurse for identification and diagnosis of dental and oral diseases. The aim of this study was to study the awareness, knowledge and attitude towards primary oral health care of children among clinical nurses. Methods: A total of 200 clinical nurses received a questionnaire that included demographic data, questions to assess the oral knowledge, oral awareness and attitude towards primary oral health care of the children. Data was collected, tabulated and statistically analysed. Results: The result showed that most nursing students (80%) are unaware about primary oral health care disease and the importance of primary teeth are also not known by both the private and government college nursing students. Interpretation & conclusion: Primary health care nurses lack knowledge and awareness in oral and dental health care. Nurses have positive attitude and willingness to obtain more information for appropriate oral health care. Training and encouragement for the nurses helps to promote oral health and prevent dental diseases in children.

A community survey on maternal perception about the initiation of dental home for infants in Lagos, Nigeria.

Introductionbecause efforts directed toward oral health promotion and disease prevention are fundamentally superior to dental rehabilitation after disease development, early preventive dental visits are widely encouraged by dental professional and academic stakeholders. Aim: this study aimed to determine the perceptions and practices of mothers with regards to the establishment of dental home at four local government areas (LGAs) in Lagos, Nigeria.Methodswas a community-based descriptive household survey conducted amongst mothers in Alimosho, Ikorodu, Surulere and Epe LGAs of Lagos State. Socio-demographic data, information about the importance of primary teeth, knowledge about dental home as well as their child´s age at first dental visit and reasons for attending was obtained with a validated, structured interviewer administered questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square and multivariable regression analysis were conducted, and the level of significance was set at P<0.05.Resultsthe highest proportion of the mothers were aged between 26-30 years (27.4%; mean age: 34.58±7.8 years) and had a tertiary level of education (n=206, 59.9%); most respondents (n=80, 51.4%) did not know the age a child should be taken to the dental clinic for the first time and had not taken their child for any dental visit (n=229, 65.4%). Out of those who had previously taken their child for dental visits, the greater proportion (n=115, 95.0%) took the child when he/she was older than one year of age. Overall, only 126 (36.0%) respondents had a good perception about oral health and the need for a dental home while 224 (64.0%) respondents had poor knowledge. Logistic regression analysis of predictor variables that showed mothers with a tertiary level of education (OR=0.108; CI=0.0023-0.495) and those with 2-3 children (OR=0.482; CI=0.253-0.920) had significant lower odds of poor perception about the importance of a dental home.Conclusionmaternal knowledge and practices with regards to dental home were poor and inadequate. It is necessary to create more awareness among parents/caregivers, especially through antenatal and immunization clinics to establish the concept of dental home.

Evaluation of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Parents Referred to Dental Clinics toward Importance of the Primary Teeth and Space Maintaining of them in City of Yazd in 2018

Introduction: Having regular permanent teeth is maintaining the regularity of the primary teeth. Parents play an important role in maintaining their teeth. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate of knowledge, attitude and performance of parents referred to dental clinics toward importance of the primary teeth and space maintaining of them in Yazd City in 2018. Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 200 parents of children under 12 years of age, referred to dental clinics of selected for this research. Data were collected using a valid and reliable questionnaire that containing 38 questions in 4 scores. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 16 and t-test, ANOVA, Post HOC and Pearson correlation coefficient. Results: In this study, 200 parents of children under 12 years of age, 64 fathers (32%) and 136 mothers (68%) completed the research questionnaire. In this study, the mean score of parental knowledge was 13.5 ± 3.92 out of 40 points, the mean score of parental attitude was 38.99 ± 6.54 out of 80 points, the mean of parental performance was 9.26 ± 1.48 out of 20 points, and the mean score parental performance in the case of space maintaining was 12.58 ± 2. 08 out of 28 points. we understand parents had low knowledge, low attitude and poor performance regarding the importance of primary teeth and maintaining their space. Conclusion: Training parents about the importance of care of primary teeth, should be performed by dentist in health center.

COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT EDUCATIONAL AIDS IN ASSESSING PARENTAL ATTITUDE TOWARDS CHILD’S ORAL HEALTH

Objective:The objective of the study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of different educational aid to assess the knowledge and attitude of parents regarding their children's oral health and awareness. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 parents between the age group of 0 – 14 years.Group - 1 (Educational Handout - Brochure) with 50 parents and Group – 2 (Power point presentation) with 50 parents were assessed through a self-administered questionnaire and efficacy of educational aid was evaluated and statistical analysis was performed Results: There was a statistically significant difference seen for the frequencies between the groups for time of first dental visit, child’s oral care before and after eruption of the milk teeth, importance of primary teeth, awareness of milk feeding bottle at night, thumb sucking habit and preventive treatment of malaligned teeth. Although both groups were effective in spreading awareness among parents with more effective results in group 2. Conclusion: It is concluded that most of the parents were unaware about appropriate care of oral health of their child including first dental visit, deleterious oral habits and preventive treatment in spite of various awareness programmes being held time to time. Hence effective mode of awareness is needed to make oral health awareness programmes successful among the parents. Referring to that audio visual aid of information delivery can be an effective medium. Key Words: Parent’s attitude, child’s oral health, awareness

Evaluation of parents' knowledge about the stem cells' importance of primary teeth in Isfahan

Context: Stem cells (SCs) present in the pulp of primary teeth can be used for the treatment of many diseases as well as regeneration and renovation. This study investigated the parents' awareness of the importance of primary teeth SCs in Isfahan. Aims: The aim of the study was to understand the level of parent's knowledge about primary teeth SCs and the source of their knowledge. Settings and Design: It was a descriptive research that was done in university clinics of Isfahan city. Subjects and Methods: This descriptive-analytic, cross-sectional study was carried out on 384 parents referring to the clinics and dental offices of Isfahan using a self-administered questionnaire. Statistical Analysis Used: Data were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Pearson's correlation coefficient (α = 0.05). Results: The mean age of the parents was 37.55 years. The mean score of knowledge in the whole sample was 4.85 ± 3.83. The knowledge score was higher in the mothers (5.8 ± 3.91) than in the fathers (4.28 ± 3.54). Spearman's correlation coefficient showed a significant difference between the mean scores of parents' knowledge and the number of children (r = −0.1, P = 0.05), residence (P = 0.001), economic status (r = 0.442, P < 0.001), education (r = 0.556, P < 0.001), job status (P < 0.001), and frequency of dental referrals (r = −0.337, P < 0.001). However, no significant relationship was found between the mean score of knowledge and age (r = −0.7, P = 0.176). Conclusion: Data from this study revealed that parental knowledge about primary stem cells is inadequate.

Prevalence of early loss of primary molars among schoolchildren aged 5–9 years in Bangalore city: A cross-sectional study

Introduction: Early loss of deciduous molars has a great impact on the development of the dentition. Psychological, morphological, and functional problems may result from premature loss. Thus, early recognition and management play a crucial rule in delivering effective dental treatment to the child patient. Aim: The purpose of the study was to evaluate the prevalence of early loss of primary molars in schoolchildren in Bangalore city, India. Materials and Methods: The study group included 200 children, that is, 115 boys and 85 girls. The dental examination was performed by an experienced examiner under sufficient natural light. Data including patient age and missing molars were collected, classifying the status of molars according to the WHO oral health assessment form for children (tooth). Collected data from each patient were subjected to statistical analysis to know the prevalence of early loss of primary molars. Results: The results showed that 31% of the sample had early loss of primary teeth with no statistically significant difference between genders. A higher prevalence was found among the 7–9-year-olds (69%), and the most commonly affected teeth were the right lower primary first molars (23%). Conclusion: The findings give an inference that untreated early childhood caries is the most common cause for early loss of primary molars resulting in occlusal discrepancy and functional problems. It is crucial to increase awareness among parents, pediatricians, and general dentists regarding the importance of primary teeth.

Knowledge, Awareness and Perception Regarding Importance of Primary Teeth among Parents Visiting Dental OPD, BPKIHS, Dharan, Nepal

Introduction: Oral health knowledge and awareness among parents is an integral component of preventing dental caries among children.&#x0D; Objective: The purpose of this paper is to assess the parent's knowledge, awareness and perception regarding the care of primary teeth attending the Dental OPD, BPKIHS, Dharan, Nepal.&#x0D; Methodology: A questionnaire based survey was conducted among 200 parents in randomly selected manner.&#x0D; Results: The data was analyzed using SPSS software version 12.0. Only 54% of the parents were aware of the importance of primary teeth in children and 82% understood that untreated caries in primary dentition can have effects on general health of children. Approx 82% parents were aware of pediatric dentist and majority felt that they are the right person to contact when dental problems occur in children. Surprisingly only 57% of parents were aware of the preventive role of fluorinated tooth in dental caries. A majority of parents assume that filling is the appropriate treatment option for caries in children rather than extraction and 40.5% felt that premature primary teeth extraction will results in malalignment of permanent teeth. A very negative response was obtained regarding routine dental visit to pediatric dentist. Majority (61%) visited only when dental problems occurred whereas 12-16% answered they visit in every 6 months or once in a year.&#x0D; Conclusions: We concluded that knowledge, awareness and perception of parents regarding importance of primary teeth were inadequate. There is an immediate need to cultivate and reinforce positive attitudes among parents and substantially raise their dental awareness through child dental health oriented programs.

Oral hygiene knowledge and practices among mothers of 3- to 6-Year-old preschool children visiting anganwadis of Bangalore City

Background: Children under the age of 6 years spend most of their time with their parents and guardians, especially mothers, even when they attend preschool or nurseries. It has been found that young children's oral health maintenance and outcomes are influenced by their parent's knowledge and beliefs. Mothers play a vital role in maintaining their children's oral hygiene. Aim: The aim of this study was done to assess the knowledge and practice of oral hygiene among mothers of 3- to 6-year-old preschool children visiting the anganwadis of Bangalore city. Materials and Methods: Mothers of children aged 3–6 years visiting various anganwadis were invited to participate in the study. The sample comprised of 200 mothers through simple random sampling. A pretested questionnaire covering sociodemographic details, importance of brushing deciduous teeth, and oral hygiene practices was distributed to mothers who were willing to participate. Results: In the present study, majority of mothers visiting the anganwadi had only primary school education (79%). About 79.4% of mothers did not have any knowledge regarding the time of eruption of their child's deciduous teeth, 63.8% of mothers did not know the importance of brushing their child's deciduous teeth, and 84.3% mothers did not know that oral diseases can affect general health. Conclusion: The result of the present study showed that the oral health knowledge among the mothers visiting the anganwadis was poor. Awareness programs targeting expectant mothers visiting anganwadis should be employed by training the anganwadi teachers, and importance of primary teeth should be emphasized in different oral health education programs

Importance of Deciduous Teeth: Maternal Perceptions and Early Childhood Caries

Objective: To assess the perception of mothers on the importance of deciduous teeth and correlate with eating habits, oral hygiene and infant oral health status (presence or absence of early childhood caries - ECC). Material and Methods: Study’s participants were 80 mothers of children of both genders, from two to five years old, with and without severe ECC. The mothers were divided into two groups according to the child’s oral health. A questionnaire at the form of an interview was applied to mothers with questions on sociodemographic characteristics, eating habits and oral hygiene, and the importance of primary teeth. Mothers were asked to respond according to a Likert scale modified “strongly agree”, “partially agree”, “partially disagree” and “strongly disagree”. The data about oral health status of the child (absence or presence of ECC) were collected from dental records. Results: It was observed that in relation to scores of oral hygiene and eating habits and the importance of primary teeth, the predominance was observed of scores above 10 points, 56.3%, 93.8% e 92.5%, respectively. For the two groups there was no significant difference. Conclusion: The largest number of preschool children’s mothers that have ECC do not know the importance of primary tooth and the important functions it performs. There was no correlation between eating habits, oral hygiene and infant oral health status.

Evaluation of the Knowledge and Belief of Expectant Mothers in Their Last Trimester about Importance of Primary Teeth and Their Care

Evaluation of the Knowledge and Belief of Expectant Mothers in Their Last Trimester about Importance of Primary Teeth and Their Care

Knowledge and Awareness among Parents and General Dental Practitioners regarding Rehabilitation with Full Coverage Restoration in Children: A Multi-centric Trial.

ABSTRACTAims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge and awareness among parents and general dental practitioners regarding rehabilitation with full coverage restoration in children following pulp therapy.Materials and methods: A multiple choice questionnaire was given to 1,000 parents and 400 general practitioners in this multicentric trial. The questionnaire assessed their beliefs, knowledge regarding care of primary teeth, assessment of treating children, and knowledge regarding importance of primary teeth. All the questionnaires were then compiled and statistically analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software.Results and discussion: 53% parents did not know the importance of primary teeth and 73% parents also thought that no treatment is possible for pulpally involved primary teeth. 20% parents believed that root canal treatment can be possible for children and only 10% knew about full coverage restorations. 40% of the general dentists felt that the best treatment in the case of primary necrotic teeth is extraction and only 13% knew about stainless steel crowns. 62% of general dental practitioners pointed out patients’ noninterest in providing crowns whereas 68% parents reported non-information by dentists.Conclusion: Both parents and general dental practitioners have incomplete and inadequate knowledge regarding full coverage restorations, and we need to improve the knowledge and dental awareness of the parents and the general dental practitioners.How to cite this article: Moda A, Saroj G, Sharma S, Gupta B. Knowledge and Awareness among Parents and General Dental Practitioners regarding Rehabilitation with Full Coverage Restoration in Children: A Multi-centric Trial. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2016;9(2):177-180.

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Knowledge about the importance of primary teeth and correct attitudes in dental trauma emergency procedures can lead to adequate care, improving the prognosis and avoiding serious consequences for the child primary and permanent dentition. The aim this study was to evaluate the knowledge and behavior in a group of Brazilian preschool teachers, relative to dental trauma in primary teeth. In this cross-sectional study, preschool teachers from 32 public kindergartens answered a questionnaire to characterize their knowledge and behaviors about trauma to primary teeth and the relationship to educational level, work experience, experience with dental trauma and first aid training (Fisher exact test, p&lt;0.05). Of the 213 teachers, 93.9% had no knowledge about dental trauma. Only 23% of the professionals had received any first aid training and 16.3% of these had touched on the topic of dental trauma. No relationship was observed between professional experience and first aid training and the behavior of preschool teachers faced with dental trauma. In terms of educational level there was relationship only with respect to the time to seek treatment (p=0.02). Comparisons between dental trauma experience and the behavior of the preschool teachers was significant to procedures for a primary tooth fracture (p=0.02). The knowledge of this group of preschool teachers is not adequate and this lack of preparation prevents the correct procedures from being followed when an accident occurs, thus leaving the management of such accidents to be guided by beliefs. Key words: Teachers, questionnaire survey, traumatic dental occlusion, deciduous teeth, cross-sectional study.

Evaluation of Awareness Among Muslim Parents of Preschool Children in Udaipur City of Rajasthan India, Regarding the Importance of Primary Dentition

ABSTRACT Aim Little data is available on the initiative shown by the Muslim parents for dental health care of their children. This study was conducted to evaluate the awareness among Muslim parents of preschool children in Udaipur city of Rajasthan India, regarding the importance of primary teeth. Material and Methods A total of hundred Muslim parents of preschool children were included in the study with equal ratio of males and females. Self-administered questionnaire were given to the parents to be completed by holding interactive meetings with the help of respective community heads. Chi-square test was applied and significance level was calculated. Results The results showed that a high proportion of parents were unaware of their children's dental needs. It was surprising to note that the male parents (67.7%) were more aware as compared to the female parents (58.2%). Conculusion Parents lack adequate knowledge on importance of the primary teeth; hence, there is an increasing need to increase the knowledge of parents through effective strategies. Educational background appeared to influence the level of awareness of the importance of primary dentition.