Smartphones and tooth brushing: content analysis of the current available mobile health apps for motivation and training

Hotwani, Kavita; Sharma, Khushbu; Nagpal, Devendra; Lamba, Gagandeep; Chaudhari, Purva

doi:10.1007/s40368-019-00457-1

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“…The results of our study corroborate with data found in literature, which show an improved adherence to oral hygiene performance in children when applying technological support (29)(30)(31)34). These digital tools are a good option for instigating behavioral change in oral hygiene, as they meet the needs while at the same time offer children motivation through fun (29).…”

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confidence: 90%

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Virtual Reality in Oral Hygiene Instruction: an Immersive Approach

Genaro

Marconato

Hanai³

et al. 2021

Odovtos - Int J Dent Sc

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Currently, oral health issues are increasingly been addressed and virtual reality (VR) is being used as an aid in health areas. However, there is little evidence of VR being used in preventing oral health problems. To evaluate the effectiveness of VR in oral hygiene education. Three hundred pupils, aged between 9 and 12 years, received instructions in oral hygiene by immersion VR and they gave their opinions about the performed activities. Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests were applied, with a significance level of 5%. Part perception of oral hygiene showed no statistically significant difference (P>0.550). There was an increase in the use of dental floss (P<0.001), tongue brushing (P<0.001), and tooth brushing (P<0.001). Both drawings and comments made by participants related to oral hygiene were positive regarding the project. Conclusions: The use of VR in oral hygiene instruction was effective. Most participants increased brushing and flossing frequency and produced drawings related to oral hygiene. VR is effective and should be used in dentistry for teaching and prevention , especially with children, as it presents an interactive instructional space that can be approached in a playful way. This study presents dentists with a promising alternative for changing oral hygiene habits.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

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“…Pediatric dentistry also follows the high technology path, highlighting the importance of establishing habits aimed at oral hygiene. Oral education goes through recent developments and extraordinary research (29). This present work is innovative, as no other studies were found analyzing the effectiveness of VR in oral hygiene instruction.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 98%

Virtual Reality in Oral Hygiene Instruction: an Immersive Approach

Genaro

Marconato

Hanai³

et al. 2021

Odovtos - Int J Dent Sc

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“…Whilst studies have highlighted the benefits of mobile apps to motivate children with brushing [35,36], the current study has highlighted that for those whose routine had already been established, incorporating the "Disney Magic Timer" app was viewed as burdensome. This is because incorporating the timer disrupted a good oral health routine, often making toothbrushing a more protracted process for the family.…”

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“Strong Teeth”: the acceptability of an early-phase feasibility trial of an oral health intervention delivered by dental teams to parents of young children

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Background Dental caries (tooth decay) in children is a worldwide public health problem. The leading cause of caries is poor oral hygiene behaviours and the frequent consumption of sugary foods and drinks. Changing oral health habits requires effective behaviour change conversations. The dental practice provides an opportunity for dental teams to explore with parents the oral health behaviours they undertake for their young children (0–5 years old). However, evidence suggests that dental teams need further support, training and resources. Therefore, “Strong Teeth” (an oral health intervention) was co-developed to help dental teams undertake these behaviour change conversations. The current paper will explore the acceptability of the “Strong Teeth” intervention with dental teams and parents of children aged 0–5 years old using multiple datasets (interviews, focus groups and dental team member diaries) Methods Following the delivery of the “Strong Teeth” intervention, qualitative interviews with parents and focus groups with dental team members were undertaken. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed and analysed using a theoretical framework of acceptability. The self-reported dental team diaries supplemented the interviews and focus groups and were analysed using framework analysis. Results Four themes were developed: (1) integration within the dental practice; (2) incorporating the Oral-B electric toothbrush; (3) facilitating discussions and demonstrations; and (4) the practicality of the Disney Magic Timer app. Overall, the “Strong Teeth” intervention was acceptable to parents and dental teams. Parents felt the Oral-B electric toothbrush was a good motivator; however, the Disney Magic Timer app received mixed feedback on how well it could be used effectively in the home setting. Findings suggest that the intervention was more acceptable as a “whole team approach” when all members of the dental practice willingly participated. Conclusions There are limited studies that use a robust process evaluation to measure the acceptability of an intervention. The use of the theoretical framework of acceptability helped identify aspects of the intervention that were positive and helped identify the interventions areas for enhancement moving forwards. Future modifications include enhanced whole team approach training to optimise acceptability to all those involved. Trial registration ISRCTN Register, (ISRCTN10709150).

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“…Teaching tooth brushing and turning it into a habit require that parents create a routine that includes helping their children develop the necessary skills. 16 The present study made use of a freely available android application for tooth brushing, called "Brush Up", which uses this concept by creating an entertaining environment to engage children and motivate them to incorporate tooth brushing into their routine of daily habits. 12 Fedele conducted a meta-analysis to determine the effectiveness of mHealth interventions in improving health-related outcomes in young children.…”

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confidence: 99%

“Brush Up”: An Innovative Technological Aid for Parents to Keep a Check of Their Children’s Oral Hygiene Behaviour

Desai

Badrapur

Mittapalli

et al. 2021

Rev. paul. pediatr.

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Objective: To investigate the impact of “Brush Up” - a mobile application, on oral hygiene behaviours of 4-6-year-old children in Bangalore city. Methods: In this experimental study, 247 children aged 4-6, were randomly divided into three groups. Considering “Brush Up” is a mobile application, parents of the children in Group 1 (n=82) downloaded the application on their smartphones. Children in Group 2 (n=83) and Group 3 (n=82) received tooth brushing instructions by an educative video and manual demonstration, respectively. Effectiveness of tooth brushing was assessed with plaque scores, which were recorded for all the groups at baseline and one month using Visible Biofilm Index. Results: Wilcoxon signed rank test showed a significant improvement in the tooth brushing behaviour for the Brush Up group, which was indicated by a lower plaque score after a follow-up of one month. Kruskal-Wallis test followed by post-hoc test showed that the mean ranks of plaque scores of Brush Up group are consistently lower than those of video demonstration group and manual demonstration group. Conclusions: The lower plaque score in subsequent follow-up in Brush Up group suggests that using a smart system can enhance learning a correct tooth brushing method in young children and can also help in implementing the required reinforcement and motivation to brush and aid in better plaque control.

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Smartphones and tooth brushing: content analysis of the current available mobile health apps for motivation and training

Cited by 16 publications

References 16 publications

Virtual Reality in Oral Hygiene Instruction: an Immersive Approach

Virtual Reality in Oral Hygiene Instruction: an Immersive Approach

“Strong Teeth”: the acceptability of an early-phase feasibility trial of an oral health intervention delivered by dental teams to parents of young children

“Brush Up”: An Innovative Technological Aid for Parents to Keep a Check of Their Children’s Oral Hygiene Behaviour

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