Effects of binge drinking and smoking status on oral health-related indicators among Korean adults: a cross-sectional study for 10 years (2013–2022) using Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data
December , 2024

Yu-Rin Kim

Objectives: We aimed to determine the impact of binge drinking and smoking on oral health among Korean adults based on their specific habits. Methods: This study used national health and nutrition data from the past 10 years and divided the participants into four groups: Group 1, who ...

PDF

The use of interdental care products in Korean adolescents aged 12–18 years and factors affecting their use: Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2013-2022
December , 2024

Su-Jin Han

Objectives: This study aimed to examine the use of interdental care products among Korean adolescents and identify factors affecting their use. Methods: The study included data of 3,999 adolescents aged 12-18 years from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey ...

PDF

Mediating effect of periodontal health on the relationship between mental health and oral health-related quality of life in adults aged 40 years or older
December , 2024

So-Hee Kim, Sung-Suk Bae, Min-Kyung Kang, Na-Rae Jeong, Mi-Ra Lee

Objectives: In this study, we investigated the mediating effect of periodontal health on the relationship between mental health and oral health-related quality of life in adults aged 40 years or older. Methods: This study was conducted from June 3 to July 24, 2024. We analyzed the data of ...

PDF

Evaluation of interprofessional education (IPE) competency for oral health care based on integrated care for older adults in dental hygienists
December , 2024

Ji-Won Park, Jong-Hwa Jang

Objectives: This study aimed to identify the level of interprofessional education (IPE) and oral care competency of dental hygienists, analyze the correlation between IPE and oral care competency, and identify factors related to oral care competency. Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted ...

PDF

Qualitative study on the experiences in home-visit oral health care intervention activities of dental hygienists
December , 2024

Sang-Eun Moon

Objectives: This study aimed to provide basic data for effective community home-visit oral healthcare interventions by analyzing the perspectives of dental hygienists with experience in home-visit oral healthcare. Methods: A survey was conducted among dental hygienists providing home-visit ...

PDF

The necessity for infection control dental hygienist system in Korea: focus group interviews
December , 2024

Eun-Sol Kim, Gyeong-Soon Han

Objectives: This study aimed to identify the need for dedicated staff to improve the level of dental infection control in blind spots and to propose an appropriate dental infection control specialists system. Methods: This qualitative study used focus group interviews to explore and explain ...

PDF

Factors affecting dental hygienists’ response abilities to emergency treatment related to systemic diseases
December , 2024

Seon-Yeong Kim

Objectives: This study aimed to improve first aid knowledge, emergency response skills, and training activation in dental hygienists by providing data associated with emergency management in dental clinics. Methods: Data from 178 dental hygienists in Gwangju, Jeonnam, and Jeonbuk were ...

PDF

The impact of dental hygienists’ ethical awareness on job values and job satisfaction
December , 2024

Hyo-Ju Yoon, Yu-Hee Lee

Objectives: To determine the impact of ethical perceptions on work values ​​and job satisfaction in dental hygienists working in dental clinics. Methods: This study collected 201 self-administered questionnaires from dental hygienists engaged in clinical practice from March 6, 2024, to May 31, 2024. Analysis ...

PDF