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Review
. 2024 Mar 20;16(3):e56606.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.56606. eCollection 2024 Mar.

A Dive into Delivery of Oral Hygiene Advice Based on the Personalized Oral Hygiene Advice Model

Nusaibah S Nordin  1 , Haslina Taib  1
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Review

A Dive into Delivery of Oral Hygiene Advice Based on the Personalized Oral Hygiene Advice Model

Nusaibah S Nordin et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Oral health's impact on overall well-being highlights the importance of preventive measures through effective oral hygiene practices. Currently, there is growing recognition of the need for customized oral hygiene advice depending on the patient's unique needs and circumstances. This narrative review addresses the gap in understanding the significance of personalized guidance through the proposal of the Personalized Oral Hygiene Advice Model (POHAM) as a comprehensive guide for oral health professionals. This model was developed to adapt to evolving patient demographics and diverse challenges, promoting a patient-centric and effective oral health approach. The POHAM comprises a flow chart of strategies from establishing a good rapport with patients, conducting comprehensive assessment through history-taking, psychosocial and technology proficiency evaluation, tailored education modules, and customized oral care product recommendations until the reassessment. These strategies aim to enhance patient engagement and adherence, as well as act as a guide for oral health professionals to use in the clinical setting before and during the course of oral treatment. Nevertheless, continued research, education, and technological advancements are needed to realize the full potential of personalized oral hygiene strategies, ensuring a transformative and sustainable oral healthcare landscape.

Keywords: customized oral hygiene advice; oral care; oral health; oral health professionals; personalized dentistry.

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Conflict of interest statement

There is a plan to copyright the Personalized Oral Hygiene Advice Model.

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Figure 1. Proposed model of strategies for POHAM by oral health professionals.
POHAM: Personalized Oral Hygiene Advice Model. Note: This image is the author's own creation.
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