Assess the Knowledge Regarding Oral Hygiene Habits among School-Age Children in a Selected Schools in Kannur District


Authors : Airene Mariya; Aleesha Salim; Anjana Augustine; Anupriya Jose; Dhanya; Gladys Santhosh; Jibina Mathew; Meenakshi M.V; Rijila Raveendran; Siya Reji; Reshma Kochumon; Dr. Sr. Alphonsa K.K; Dhanina M

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 2 - February

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14987778

Abstract : The study titled "Assess the Knowledge Regarding Oral Hygiene Habits among School-Age Children in a Selected School in Kannur District" aimed to evaluate the level of awareness and practices related to oral hygiene in children aged 10–13 years. A non-experimental descriptive design was adopted, and data were collected from 30 participants using convenience sampling and structured questionnaires. The findings revealed that none of the children exhibited excellent knowledge, 6.7% had good knowledge, 56.6% had average knowledge, and 36.7% had poor knowledge about oral hygiene. A significant association was observed between the children’s age and their knowledge, but no association was found with other socio-demographic variables such as gender, parental education, and family history of dental issues. The study underscores the need for improved oral health education and awareness programs targeted at school-age children to prevent dental diseases and promote better oral health practices.

Keywords : Assess, Knowledge, Oral Hygiene Habits, School-Age Children.

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The study titled "Assess the Knowledge Regarding Oral Hygiene Habits among School-Age Children in a Selected School in Kannur District" aimed to evaluate the level of awareness and practices related to oral hygiene in children aged 10–13 years. A non-experimental descriptive design was adopted, and data were collected from 30 participants using convenience sampling and structured questionnaires. The findings revealed that none of the children exhibited excellent knowledge, 6.7% had good knowledge, 56.6% had average knowledge, and 36.7% had poor knowledge about oral hygiene. A significant association was observed between the children’s age and their knowledge, but no association was found with other socio-demographic variables such as gender, parental education, and family history of dental issues. The study underscores the need for improved oral health education and awareness programs targeted at school-age children to prevent dental diseases and promote better oral health practices.

Keywords : Assess, Knowledge, Oral Hygiene Habits, School-Age Children.

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