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Effectiveness of an Oral Health Literacy Intervention on Oral Health Behaviors and Plaque Index in Orthodontic Patients

NCT06666374 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 78

Last updated 2024-10-30

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Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a novel psychologic-based oral health instruction program (OHL program) by comparing oral health behaviors (OHB) and plaque index (PI) scores between intervention and control groups at three key time points-pre-intervention, post-intervention, and follow-up-enabling a comprehensive assessment of the intervention's impact and and persistence over time. The study hypothesizes that (1) the OHL program will lead to greater improvements in OHL compared to a traditional control group and (2) these effects will be sustained through the follow-up period.

Participants in the intervention group received the OHL program, while those in the control group received traditional oral hygiene instruction. Both groups had data collected at baseline, post-intervention, and at a 3-week follow-up.

Conditions

  • Dental Plaque
  • Periodontal Diseases
  • Oral Health Behavior Change

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

OHL program

This program used OHL as its core structure and incorporated elements of experiential learning and self-efficacy to enhance patient engagement and understanding. The program comprised seven steps designed to guide patients through key aspects of oral health care, enabling them to progressively build their skills and confidence. These steps included personalized education on oral health, hands-on practice of proper oral hygiene techniques, self-assessment exercises, and strategies for overcoming barriers to good oral health.

BEHAVIORAL

Traditional program

Program primarily focused on providing information without the OHL components, self-efficacy strategies, or the interactive elements of the intervention program.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Srinakharinwirot University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
20 Years
Max Age
44 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2023-06-01
Primary Completion
2023-11-30
Completion
2023-11-30

Countries

  • Thailand

Study Locations

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