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Edukasi dan Skrining Kesehatan Gigi dan Mulut sebagai Upaya Deteksi Dini Penyakit Karies pada Anak di UPT SDI Benteng 58 Kepulauan Selayar Firman Rahman; Ayu Wulandari; Muh. Firdaus Tullah; Ainun Ayu Yuniar; Nurul Safira Maulida; Fatimah Azzahrah; Irfan Maulana Syam
Cakrawala: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Global Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): Agustus: Cakrawala: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Global
Publisher : Universitas 45 Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30640/cakrawala.v5i3.7917

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The community service activities conducted in the Selayar Islands aimed to improve students’ knowledge of oral health and to facilitate the early detection of dental caries through educational activities and screenings among students at the Benteng 58 Elementary School (UPT SDI) in the Selayar Islands. The program consisted of educational sessions, a pre-test, screening and oral health examinations, demonstrations and practice sessions on proper toothbrushing techniques, as well as evaluation via a post-test and reinforcement of the School Dental Health Program (UKGS). The educational sessions were conducted interactively and covered topics such as the importance of maintaining oral health, the causes of dental caries, caries prevention, and proper toothbrushing techniques. The results of the activity showed that students were able to participate in the educational sessions and practice toothbrushing techniques under the guidance of the community service team. Screening results indicated that 57.9% of students had dental caries and 42.1% did not, indicating that dental caries remains a significant oral health issue among students. Evaluation through pre-tests and post-tests was used to assess changes in knowledge following the educational sessions. This activity demonstrated that a combination of education, screening, and toothbrushing practice can serve as both a promotive and preventive measure while supporting the early detection of dental caries in school-aged children. Strengthening the School-Based Oral Health Program (UKGS) and conducting regular dental health checkups are necessary to support the sustainability of oral health programs in school settings.
Promosi Kesehatan dan Deteksi Dini Penyakit Periodontal pada Masyarakat Nelayan di Desa Lowa Kecamatan Bontosikuyu Kepulauan Selayar Ayu Wulandari; Firman Firman; Nur Aedah Ahmad Rani; Nurul Safira Maulida
Cakrawala: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Global Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): Agustus: Cakrawala: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Global
Publisher : Universitas 45 Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30640/cakrawala.v5i3.7919

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Periodontal disease is a prevalent oral health problem among coastal communities, particularly fishermen, due to limited access to healthcare facilities and a high prevalence of smoking habits. This study aimed to increase the knowledge and awareness of the fishing community regarding the prevention of periodontal disease through health promotion and early detection screening. This community-empowerment program involved 28 male fishermen in Lowa Village, Bontosikuyu Subdistrict, Selayar Islands. The intervention included periodontal tissue screening and oral health education. Program effectiveness was evaluated by comparing participants' knowledge levels before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the educational intervention. The results revealed that prior to the intervention, all respondents (100.0%) were in the poor knowledge category. Following the educational session, the knowledge level of all respondents (100.0%) significantly improved to the good category. Structured health promotion combined with early detection screening effectively enhances oral health literacy in coastal areas. Continuous health promotion and preventive programs involving local stakeholders are strongly recommended to maintain the periodontal health status of fishing communities.