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Healthy Tooth Generation: Interactive Oral Health Education Using Digital Media for Students of SMA Bina Jaya Kertapati Palembang Mellani Cindera Negara; Sulistiawati Sulistiawati; Trisnawaty K; Danica Anastasia
KOMUNITA: Jurnal Pengabdian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Vol 5 No 3 (2026): Agustus
Publisher : PELITA NUSA TENGGARA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60004/komunita.v5i3.768

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Oral health problems remain a major public health issue in Indonesia, particularly among adolescents, who often have limited knowledge and inappropriate toothbrushing practices. SMA Bina Jaya Kertapati Palembang is a senior high school located in a densely populated urban area, with most students coming from lower-middle socioeconomic backgrounds and having limited access to oral health education and services. This community service program aimed to improve students’ literacy and preventive behavior related to dental and oral health through interactive health education. The team developed a digital educational video titled “Generasi Sehat Gigi” (Healthy Tooth Generation), which delivered basic concepts of oral health, correct toothbrushing techniques, recommended brushing times, and the negative impacts of poor oral hygiene. The program was implemented through classroom-based sessions combining video screening, explanation, live toothbrushing demonstrations, and interactive discussions. The activity involved 31 second-grade students and was conducted on 4 November 2025 at SMA Bina Jaya Kertapati Palembang. High levels of enthusiasm and active participation, reflected in students’ relevant questions and engagement during practice, indicated an increase in awareness and motivation to maintain oral health. This program demonstrates that school-based, interactive, media-supported education can serve as an effective strategy to strengthen oral health literacy and foster healthy habits among adolescents.
Oral and Dental Health: A Mentoring Program for Oral Hygiene Care Among Students of Bina Jaya Senior High School, Kertapati Palembang Sulistiawati Sulistiawati; Mellani Cindera Negara; Trisnawaty K; Bambang Nuryadi
KOMUNITA: Jurnal Pengabdian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Vol 5 No 3 (2026): Agustus
Publisher : PELITA NUSA TENGGARA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60004/komunita.v5i3.769

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Oral and dental health problems remain a significant public health issue among adolescents, particularly those from lower–middle socioeconomic backgrounds. SMA Bina Jaya Kertapati Palembang, as the partner of this community service program, faces two major challenges: low oral health literacy and limited access to attractive and accessible educational media. This community service initiative by Sriwijaya University developed an interactive, media-based educational approach designed to increase students’ understanding of proper dental and oral care. The program included the production of a 5–6-minute animated educational video titled “Sehat Gigi dan Mulut”, which delivered essential materials on dental anatomy, correct toothbrushing techniques, recommended brushing times, and the negative impacts of poor oral hygiene. Implementation involved classroom-based video sessions, guided discussions, hands-on toothbrushing simulations, and mentoring. The activity involved 31 second-grade students of SMA Bina Jaya Kertapati and received active participation throughout the educational sessions. Students engaged in guided discussions, raised relevant questions regarding oral and dental health, and participated in supervised toothbrushing practice. Observations during the practical session indicated that students were able to follow the recommended toothbrushing steps after facilitator guidance. These immediate responses reflect positive engagement and practical understanding of oral hygiene rather than quantitatively measured changes in knowledge or behavior. This program supports the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), contributes to higher education performance indicators (IKU), and aligns with the Impactful Dikti-Saintek agenda. The findings strengthen the evidence that interactive digital media combined with practical demonstration is an effective strategy for improving adolescent oral health literacy.