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Penyuluhan Nutrasetikal Daun Sirih untuk Kesehatan Gigi dan Mulut di SDN 1 Ketewel, Gianyar I Gusti Ayu Ari Agung; Dewa Made Wedagama; I Gusti Agung Ayu Hartini; Ni Putu Idaryati
ABDIKAN: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Bidang Sains dan Teknologi Vol. 2 No. 4 (2023): November 2023
Publisher : Yayasan Literasi Sains Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55123/abdikan.v2i4.2825

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Betel leaf nutraceutical education for dental and oral health, especially for school age children, needs special attention because at this age children are undergoing the process of growth and development.  Children's teeth will influence the development of dental health in adulthood. Considering that the nutraceutical advantages of betel leaves for dental and oral health have been known for generations, they are easy to obtain, delicious and very cheap. Through the outreach program, it is hoped that it can increase knowledge and raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy teeth and mouth. The aim of this counseling is to provide knowledge to children about the importance of betel leaf nutraceuticals for maintaining healthy teeth and mouth. This type of counseling uses face-to-face counseling methods directly in class, starting with a pretest, and at the end of the counseling a posttest. In this extension activity, participants were active in taking part in the extension, so that this activity ran well. So it can be concluded that betel leaf nutraceutical counseling increases students' knowledge of betel leaf nutraceuticals for dental and oral health.
An Analysis of Factors Contributing to Low Interest in Denture Use Among the Elderly in Denpasar City: A Hanlon Theory Approach Idaryati, Ni Putu; Dewi, I Gusti Agung Ayu Chandra Iswari; Lily, Gusti Ayu Yohanna; Palgunadi, I Nyoman Panji Triadnya; Yudha Rahina; Agung, I Gusti Ayu Ari; Pratama, I Wayan Agus Wirya; Pramesti, I Gusti Ayu Ratih
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.
Nutritional Status and Dental Caries in the Perspective of Sustainable Health Promotion I Gusti Ayu Ari Agung; Ni Putu Idaryati; Gusti Ayu Yohanna Lily; Hervina Hervina; Anak Agung Ngurah Subawa; Patriliani Angeli Sangkur
International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan `Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LPPM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36733/ijassd.v8i1.14144

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Nutritional status and dental caries are interconnected key indicators of child health and quality of life, reflecting biological determinants. Dental caries remains prevalent among elementary school children and is influenced by nutritional status, sugar intake, and oral hygiene behavior. Nutritional status may influence caries risk by affecting tooth development, salivary composition, and dietary patterns. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between nutritional status and dental caries among children at SDN 21 Dangin Puri, Denpasar. This research used an observational cross-sectional analytical study among 70 students aged 7–12 years. Nutritional status was assessed using BMI-for-age based on WHO standards. Dental caries status was determined using the DMFT/dmft index based on WHO criteria. Results showed 51.4% of students had poor nutritional status, and 28.6% had high caries. Tests showed a significant relationship between nutritional status and caries, p-value <0.05. A significant association exists between nutritional status and dental caries among students. The School Dental Health Program should be optimized through preventive efforts integrating nutrition and policy interventions. A low-sugar diet is effective for preventing dental caries and improving children’s dental health.