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All Journal Interdental Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi (IJKG) MDJ (Makassar Dental Journal)
Yudha Rahina
Department of Dental Public Health and Preventive Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Indonesia
Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Dentistry Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

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An Analysis of Factors Contributing to Low Interest in Denture Use Among the Elderly in Denpasar City: A Hanlon Theory Approach Ni Putu Idaryati; I Gusti Agung Ayu Chandra Iswari Dewi; Gusti Ayu Yohanna Lily; I Nyoman Panji Triadnya Palgunadi; Yudha Rahina; I Gusti Ayu Ari Agung; I Wayan Agus Wirya Pratama; I Gusti Ayu Ratih Pramesti
Interdental Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi (IJKG) Vol. 21 No. 3 (2025): Interdental Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi (IJKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46862/interdental.v21i3.12132

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Introduction: The increasing life expectancy in Indonesia, including  Denpasar City, has led to a growing elderly population. Older adults are vulnerable to various health problems, including tooth loss. This condition can impair chewing function, affect facial aesthetics, and ultimately reduce the quality of life. Dentures are a commonly used solution; however, their use among the elderly remains low. Therefore, it is important to explore the factors influencing the interest in using dentures. Material and Methods: This study was a qualitative research including a descriptive exploratory approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 20 older adults from five community units (banjar) in Denpasar City, selected purposively. Data were analyzed thematically using the Hanlon method, which considers the magnitude of the problem,  seriousness of the impact,  effectiveness of the solution, and feasibility of implementation, to assess and prioritize the factors contributing to the low interest in denture use. Results and Discussions: Six main themes were identified as influencing the low interest in denture use: passive acceptance of tooth loss as a natural part of aging, limited access due to lack of transportation or assistance, (3) low knowledge about the benefits of dentures, discomfort during use, perception of high costs, and ignorance of the Indonesian health insurance coverage. Conclusion: The low interest in denture use among older adults is influenced by psychosocial, structural, and educational factors. Educational interventions, provision of mobile health services, and culturally sensitive, community-based approaches are needed to improve denture utilization among older adults.
Distribution of Dental Caries in Preschool Children Based on the dmf-T Index and Gender Putu Rusmiany; Yudha Rahina; Ni Nyoman Nurdevianti; Ni Putu Idaryati
Interdental Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi (IJKG) Vol. 21 No. 3 (2025): Interdental Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi (IJKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46862/interdental.v21i3.12615

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Introduction: Dental caries continues to be a major oral health problem among preschool children. The decayed, missing, and filled teeth (dmf-t) index is widely used as an indicator to assess caries status in this population. Gender has been suggested as a factor that may influence both the prevalence and severity of dental caries. Therefore, the objective of this study was to examine and compare the dmf-t index among preschool children according to gender. Material and Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional design with a purposively selected sample of 31 preschool children. Dental caries was assessed using the dmf-t index. Data were analyzed descriptively, and comparative analysis was conducted using the Mann-Whitney test. Results and Discussions: The results showed that the prevalence of dental caries among preschool children was 67.74%, with a mean caries score of 3.55 ± 4.06 falls within the moderate category. The prevalence of dental caries was higher in girls compared to boys (69.23% : 66.67%), whereas the mean caries score was higher in boys (4.39 ± 4.90 : 2.38 ± 2.14). Statistical analysis indicated no significant difference in the dmf-t index between boys and girls. Conclusion: Gender did not show a significant difference in caries experience. although the prevalence of dental caries was higher among girls, the mean caries experience was greater in boys.  
The relationship between gender and dental caries status based on the def-t Index among first-grade elementary school students in Denpasar: Hubungan antara jenis kelamin dan status karies gigi berdasarkan Indeks def-t pada siswa kelas satu sekolah dasar di Denpasar I Gusti Ayu Ratih Pramesti; Yudha Rahina; Ni Putu Idaryati; Gusti Ayu Yohanna Lily; I Gusti Agung Ayu Chandra Iswari Dewi; I Wayan Agus Wirya Pratama; Luh Putu Eka Sriwijayanti
Makassar Dental Journal Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): Volume 15 Issue 2 August 2026
Publisher : Makassar Dental Journal PDGI Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35856/mdj.v15i2.1012

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The caries in primary teeth is assessed by def-t index. One factor thought to be associated with caries status is gender, although findings on this are inconsis-tent. This study employed an observational design with a descriptive quantitative approach. A total of 31 pupils from Class 1B at Saraswati 1 Primary School in Denpasar were selected using purposive sampling. A direct examination of the pupils’ primary teeth was carried out by dental health personnel using the 2018 Riskesdas Dental Health Survey form. The caries status among boys was predominantly in the very low category, whereas among girls, the distribu-tion of caries status was more even. The Spearman’s test showed a correlation coefficient of r=0.225 with p=0.224 (p>0.05), indicating no significant associa-tion between gender and caries status based on the def-t index. It was concluded that there was no significant association between gender and the def-t In-dex category among Year 1B pupils at Saraswati 1 Primary School in Denpasar. The more dominant factors included children’s health behaviours. Further-more, parents’ roles in oral health literacy, supervision of toothbrushing, as well as environmental and economic factors were found to be more decisive in determining children’s caries scores than gender.
Co-Authors Gusti Ayu Yohanna Lily I Gusti Agung Ayu Chandra Iswari Dewi I Gusti Ayu Ari Agung I Gusti Ayu Ratih Pramesti I Nyoman Panji Triadnya Palgunadi I Wayan Agus Wirya Pratama Luh Putu Eka Sriwijayanti Ni Nyoman Nurdevianti Ni Putu Idaryati Putu Rusmiany