Self-Esteem: A Hidden Concern in Oral Health

Huff, Marlene; Kinion, Elizabeth; Kendra, Mary Agnes; Klecan, Terry

doi:10.1207/s15327655jchn2304_5

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“…The link between low self-esteem and low prevalence of caries is however, less clear and needs further studies. The association between low self-esteem and poor oral hygiene is plausible but the pathway in this study could not be deciphered -low self-esteem may have impacted negatively on oral hygiene practices, resulting in poor oral hygiene [80,81], and/or conversely, poor oral hygiene may have resulted in the low self-esteem. Studies on self-esteem and prevalence of caries and poor oral hygiene are needed.…”

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Association between adverse childhood experiences, bullying, self-esteem, resilience, social support, caries and oral hygiene in children and adolescents in sub-urban Nigeria

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Background: Adverse childhood experiences (ACE) and bullying have negative effects on oral health. Promotive assets (resilience, self-esteem) and resources (perceived social support) can ameliorate their negative impact. The aim of this study was to determine the association between oral diseases (caries, caries complications and poor oral hygiene), ACE and bully victimization and the effect of access to promotive assets and resources on oral diseases. Methods: This was a secondary analysis of data collected through a cross-sectional school survey of children 6-16years-old in Ile-Ife, Nigeria from October to December 2019. The outcome variables were caries, measured with the dmft/DMFT index; caries complications measured with the pufa/PUFA index; and poor oral hygiene measured with the oral hygiene index-simplified. The explanatory variables were ACE, bully victimization, resilience, self-esteem, and social support. Confounders were age, sex, and socioeconomic status. Association between the explanatory and outcome variables was determined with logistic regression. Results: Of the 1001 pupils with complete data, 81 (8.1%) had poor oral hygiene, 59 (5.9%) had caries and 6 (10.2%) of those with caries had complications. Also, 679 (67.8%) pupils had one or more ACE and 619 (62.1%) pupils had been bullied one or more times. The median (interquartile range [IQR]) for ACE was 1(3), for bully victimization was 1(5), and for self-esteem and social support scores were 22(5) and 64(34) respectively. The mean (standard deviation) score for resilience was 31(9). The two factors that were significantly associated with the presence of caries were self-esteem (AOR: 0.91; 95% CI: 0.85-0.98; p = 0.02) and social support (AOR: 0.98; 95% CI: 0.97-1,00; p = 0.02). No psychosocial factor was significantly associated with caries complications. Self-esteem was associated with poor oral hygiene (AOR: 1.09; 95% CI: 1.09-1.17; p = 0.03).

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Association between adverse childhood experiences, bullying, self-esteem, resilience, social support, caries and oral hygiene in children and adolescents in sub-urban Nigeria

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“…13 Oral health deficits can also impair social interaction and integration because of pain, communication disorders, and embarrassment. [14][15][16] Despite dramatic advances in preventive dentistry, oral health disparities persist.…”

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Disparities in Oral Health Status Between Older Adults in a Multiethnic Rural Community: The Rural Nutrition and Oral Health Study

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Chen²,

Bell³

et al. 2009

J American Geriatrics Society

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Objectives To compare oral health status by ethnicity and socioeconomic status among African American (AA), American Indian (AI), and white dentate and edentulous community-dwelling older adults. Design Cross-sectional study; data from self-reports and oral examinations. Participants A multi-stage cluster sampling design was used to recruit 635 participants aged 60+ from rural North Carolina counties with substantial AA and AI populations. Measurements Participants completed in-home interviews and oral examinations. Self-reported data included socio-demographic indicators, self-rated oral health status, and presence/absence of periodontal disease, bleeding gums, oral pain, dry mouth, and fit of prostheses. Oral examination data included number of teeth and numbers of anterior and posterior functional occlusal units. Results Compared to whites, AAs and AIs had significantly lower incomes and educational attainment. Self-rated oral health was significantly higher in whites, compared to both AAs and AIs. Prevalence of self-reported periodontal disease and bleeding gums was lower in whites. Among dentate participants, AAs were significantly more likely than whites to have moderately reduced numbers of teeth (11–20 teeth) and posterior occlusal contacts. Oral health deficits remained associated with ethnicity when adjusted for socioeconomic variables. Conclusions Oral health disparities in older adults in a multi-ethnic rural area are largely associated with ethnicity and not socioeconomic status. Clinicians should be aware of these health disparities in oral health status and their possible role in disparities in chronic disease. Further research is necessary to understand whether these oral health disparities reflect current or lifetime access to care, diet, or attitudes toward oral health care.

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“…In another context, oral health, although generally not life threatening, can affect the way one eats, speaks, and socializes (5). Since 1997, Locker indicated that oral health is not linked to just oral cavity but to other medical conditions, wellbeing and the quality of life (6).…”

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Oral Health-Related Quality of Life and Self-Esteem of Children with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Living in War Zones: A case-control study

Hamid

2020

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Background The aim of the recent study was to evaluate oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) and self-esteem (SE) in a group of Syrian children with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) living in war zones and to compare results with healthy controls.Methods A total of 119 children (57 PTSD children vs. 62 healthy controls) aged between 10 and 14 years joined the present study. Child Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Reaction Index (CPTSD-RI) was utilized to confirm the diagnosis of PTSD symptoms. Child Perception Questionnaire (CPQ 11-14 ) was used to study OHRQoL. SE was measured with a subscale of the Child health questionnaire-child form87 (CHQ-CF87). T-tests for independent samples and Chi-square test utilized for in assessing the differences between groups.Results PTSD children had significantly more oral symptoms such as bleeding gums ( p =0.001), mouth and food between teeth ( p =0.000) when compared to healthy controls. They also had more troubles in sleeping ( p =0.019) and chewing hard food ( p =0.001). In addition, PTSD children had significantly ( p =0.000) more difficulty in opening their mouth wide and eating hot or cold food. They felt unsure about their selves ( p =0.009) and felt unsecure about health ( p =0.025) and appearance ( p =0.000). Children with PTSD showed troubles in attention ( p =0.001) and doing homework ( p =0.000). They also avoided both activities ( p =0.001), being around other children ( p =0.007) and even felt left out ( p =0.015) more frequently than healthy peers. SE scores were lower in PTSD children when compared to controls (60.96±18.71 vs. 81.01±11.13 respectively).Conclusions PTSD had negative impact on OHRQoL and SE of war-affected children. More studies are needed to confirm whether improving symptoms of PTSD may lead to better SE and OHRQoL.

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Self-Esteem: A Hidden Concern in Oral Health

Cited by 21 publications

References 13 publications

Association between adverse childhood experiences, bullying, self-esteem, resilience, social support, caries and oral hygiene in children and adolescents in sub-urban Nigeria

Association between adverse childhood experiences, bullying, self-esteem, resilience, social support, caries and oral hygiene in children and adolescents in sub-urban Nigeria

Disparities in Oral Health Status Between Older Adults in a Multiethnic Rural Community: The Rural Nutrition and Oral Health Study

Oral Health-Related Quality of Life and Self-Esteem of Children with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Living in War Zones: A case-control study

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