Video Effect on Oral Hygiene and Dental IQ in Active Duty Members
Abstract
To prevent dental caries and emergencies, armed forces service members on active duty undergo a mandated annual periodic oral evaluation, which often includes oral hygiene instruction (OHI). Despite this annual opportunity to provide OHI, there is no armed forces standardized OHI and no accompanying motivational messaging to encourage behavioral change. Objective: To assess the effect of a standardized OHI and motivational messaging on dental knowledge and self-reported hygiene behavior modification.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 22, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1222371
Entities
People
- Ilona Z. Nockles
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences