Non-dental professionals reported barriers for addressing oral problems, including lack of time and knowledge, and considering oral health as a taboo subject
Non-dental professionals reported barriers for addressing oral problems, including lack of time and knowledge, and considering oral health as a taboo subject
Several parents were unsure when to start brushing, which toothbrush to use, or had concerns about the safety of swallowing toothpaste and using fluoride toothpaste
Several parents were unsure when to start brushing, which toothbrush to use, or had concerns about the safety of swallowing toothpaste and using fluoride toothpaste
Nearly all parents reported difficulties in toothbrushing due to the uncooperative behavior of their child. Strategies were making it fun, not tolerating resistance, bribing and threatening, or shifting responsibility to the child
Nearly all parents reported difficulties in toothbrushing due to the uncooperative behavior of their child. Strategies were making it fun, not tolerating resistance, bribing and threatening, or shifting responsibility to the child
Parents knew about the norm, but are often forced to prioritize
Parents knew about the norm, but are often forced to prioritize