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. 2024 Apr-Jun;50(2):267-273.
doi: 10.12865/CHSJ.50.02.12. Epub 2024 Jun 30.

Oral Hygiene Study in Late Adolescence

Mihaela Mociu  1 , Cristina Bartok-Nicolae  1 , Gheorghe Raftu  1 , Raluca Briceag  1 , Aureliana Caraiane  1
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Oral Hygiene Study in Late Adolescence

Mihaela Mociu et al. Curr Health Sci J. 2024 Apr-Jun.

Abstract

The objective of this study is to determine prevalent behaviors and knowledge of oral hygiene on the late adolescents. Only individuals in the late stage of adolescence, specifically between the ages of 18 and 24, that were students from the "Ovidius" University of Constanta were chosen. The involvement was optional. A printed questionnaire was provided for them to complete. A total of 50 participants took part in this study, consisting of 26% (n=13) males and 74% (n=37) females. When asked about their toothbrush preference, 50% (n=25) individuals indicated using just manual toothbrushes. Out of all individuals who have utilized orthodontic appliances, 70.8% (n=17) reported that the dentist recommended for them to receive professional dental hygiene care while undergoing treatment. 78.0% (n=39) individuals reported participating in oral hygiene meetings and would be interested for additional information regarding the topic. It is essential to provide youngsters with early instruction about the importance of oral hygiene in order to develop long-lasting healthy habits.

Keywords: Late adolescence; hygiene; oral health.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors have no conflict of interest to declare.

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Types of toothbrushes utilized by all of the participants
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