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Social Support and Self-Efficacy in The Maintenance of Oral and Dental Health Among The Elderly Anggita Nicky Shabrina; Silvia Prasetyowati; Isnanto
International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology Vol. 5 No. 6 (2025): December
Publisher : Forum Ilmiah Teknologi dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FORITIKES)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35882/ijahst.v5i6.521

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Elderly individuals commonly experience physiological, psychological, and social changes that hinder their ability to maintain optimal oral and dental health. Low self-efficacy, combined with insufficient social support, has been identified as a major contributor to poor oral-health behaviors among older adults, particularly in underserved rural communities. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between social support and self-efficacy in maintaining oral and dental health among elderly residents in Sebalong Village, Nguling District, Pasuruan, in 2024. An analytical cross-sectional design was employed, involving 33 elderly participants selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using two standardized instruments: the Social Support Questionnaire (SSQ) and the Geriatric Self-Efficacy Scale for Oral Health (GSEOH), both of which demonstrated high reliability. Descriptive statistics were used to categorize social support and self-efficacy levels, while Spearman’s rank correlation test was applied to examine the relationship between the variables. The findings indicated that most respondents received moderate social support (mean = 13.78), whereas their self-efficacy levels were predominantly low (mean = 29.0). The correlation analysis showed a statistically significant positive relationship between social support and self-efficacy (p = 0.028; r = 0.383), suggesting that higher social support is associated with improved confidence in performing oral-health maintenance behaviors. These results highlight the need for community-based interventions that strengthen emotional, instrumental, informational, and esteem support for elderly individuals. Enhancing social support networks may serve as a practical strategy to improve oral-health behaviors and overall well-being among older adults in rural settings. Strengthened collaboration among families, local health workers, and community programs is recommended to ensure sustainable improvements in elderly oral-health maintenance.
Correlation Between Parental Knowledge of Oral Health and Dental Caries Incidence Among Preschool Children at Ar-Rahman Foundation Jombang Heva Pratiwi; Silvia Prasetyowati; Sunomo Hadi; Imam Sarwo Edi
International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology Vol. 5 No. 6 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35882/ijahst.v5i6.536

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Dental caries remains one of the most prevalent oral health problems among preschool children, and inadequate parental knowledge is often identified as a major contributing factor. Despite existing preventive programs, many parents still lack sufficient understanding of proper oral hygiene practices, which may exacerbate caries risk during early childhood. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between parental knowledge of oral health and the incidence of dental caries among preschool children enrolled at PAUD and Kindergarten under the Ar-Rahman Foundation in Jombang. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was employed involving 39 parents selected through total sampling. Parental knowledge was assessed using a structured questionnaire, while children’s dental caries status was measured using the deft index following WHO guidelines. Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test with a significance level of α = 0.05. The results showed that more than half of the parents (51.3%) possessed low knowledge regarding oral health, while the prevalence of dental caries among preschool children remained high. Although descriptive patterns suggested that children of parents with lower knowledge tended to exhibit higher deft scores, statistical results (p = 0.286) indicated no significant association between parental knowledge and dental caries incidence. These findings highlight that knowledge alone may not sufficiently influence caries outcomes without being accompanied by consistent practice, behavioral reinforcement, and adequate access to oral health services. In conclusion, the high prevalence of dental caries observed in this study underscores the need for improved parental education and comprehensive health promotion strategies. Strengthening school-based oral health programs and enhancing parental involvement in preventive practices are essential to reducing the burden of caries among preschool-aged children.
The Relationship Between Oral Hygiene Knowledge and Oral Hygiene Status of The Elderly In The Periodontia Specialist Poly RSGM UNAIR Nuril Hanifah; Silvia Prasetyowati; Ratih Larasati; Sri Hidayati
International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology Vol. 5 No. 5 (2025): October
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35882/ijahst.v5i5.539

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The objective this research aimd to ascertain the connection between understanding of oral health and actual mouth cleanliness stats of elderly patients at the Periodontics Specialist Clinic of RSGM Universitas Airlangga. An analytical survey with a cross-sectional method was used for this research. Through purposive sampling, a total of 54 individuals were selected to participate. The findings indicated that most of respondents had a middle level of knowledge regarding oral and dental hygiene, while most exhibited poor oral hygiene status. The Chi-Square test was conducted to the gathered data to examine the correlation between participants’ knowledge and their oral hygiene status. Nevertheless, the analysis revealed no significant association between understanding of oral health and actual mouth cleanliness stats among the elderly. This outcome is presumed to be due to the absence of behavioral data related to the respondents' oral hygiene practices. Consequently, it’s recommended that healthcare providers consistently offer education and counseling on oral and dental care to the elderly in order to enhance their oral health status.
The Use of TikTok Media on the Knowledge of Dental and Oral Hygiene among Students of SMAN 1 Porong Nur Fauziyah; Imam Sarwo Edi; Siti Fitria Ulfah; Silvia Prasetyowati
International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35882/ijahst.v6i2.576

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Oral and dental hygiene remains a significant public health concern among adolescents, largely due to inadequate knowledge and limited exposure to effective health education. Preliminary findings at SMAN 1 Porong indicated that 50% of students exhibited poor plaque indices, reflecting insufficient awareness of proper oral hygiene practices. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of TikTok-based educational media in improving students’ knowledge of oral and dental hygiene. A quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach was employed. A total of 52 tenth-grade students were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire distributed via Google Forms before and after the intervention. The educational intervention consisted of delivering oral health content through TikTok media. Data analysis was conducted using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test to assess differences in knowledge scores before and after the intervention. The results demonstrated a substantial improvement in students’ knowledge following the intervention. Prior to education, 96% of respondents were categorized as having low knowledge, whereas after the intervention, 88% achieved a good knowledge level. Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores (p = 0.000; p < 0.05), indicating the effectiveness of TikTok as an educational medium. In conclusion, TikTok-based health education significantly enhances adolescents’ knowledge of oral and dental hygiene. The findings suggest that integrating social media platforms into health promotion strategies can serve as an innovative and engaging approach to improve health literacy among students. Future research is recommended to explore the long-term impact of such interventions and to compare the effectiveness of different digital media platforms.
Peduli Kesehatan Gigi: Inovasi Edukasi Oral Hygiene untuk Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus di SLB Happy Angela Surabaya Isnanto Isnanto; Rohisotul Laily; Silvia Prasetyowati; Sunomo Hadi; I Gusti Putu Agung Heri Raditya Putra
INCOME: Indonesian Journal of Community Service and Engagement Vol 5 No 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/income.v5i2.2117

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Anak berkebutuhan khusus, khususnya siswa tunagrahita, memiliki risiko lebih tinggi mengalami gangguan kesehatan gigi dan mulut akibat keterbatasan dalam melakukan oral hygiene care secara mandiri. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan guru serta wali siswa mengenai oral hygiene care, meningkatkan kemampuan menyikat gigi siswa tunagrahita melalui metode penyuluhan, serta menurunkan risiko bau mulut pada siswa. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi penyuluhan, demonstrasi menyikat gigi, praktik oral hygiene care dengan metode penyuluhan, pendampingan guru dan wali siswa, serta pemberian alat pendukung berupa sikat gigi, pasta gigi, dan dental floss. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan pengetahuan oral hygiene dari 56% menjadi 77%, peningkatan keterampilan oral hygiene dari 43% menjadi 97%, serta peningkatan skill oral hygiene siswa dari 0% menjadi 30%. Metode Metode penyuluhan mengunakan boneka efektif digunakan sebagai media edukasi oral hygiene bagi anak berkebutuhan khusus.
Dental Check Up Anak TK Taman Ceria dalam Rangka Hari Kesehatan Gigi Nasional Sri Hidayati; Sunomo Hadi; Silvia Prasetyowati; Isnanto Isnanto; Tiara Muda Galuh Ayu Dewanti
INCOME: Indonesian Journal of Community Service and Engagement Vol 5 No 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/income.v5i2.2118

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Peranan kesehatan gigi dan mulut sangat penting untuk memperkuat kesehatan anak secara umum, namun anak usia prasekolah masih mengalami masalah karies gigi dengan frekuensi cukup tinggi. Peristiwa tersebut dipengaruhi oleh pengetahuan anak maupun orang tua yang masih tergolong rendah,, kebiasaan menyikat gigi yang belum tepat, serta kurangnya upaya edukasi promotif dan preventif. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah menumbuhkan pengetahuan dan sikap yang lebih baik pada anak prasekolah dalam menjaga kebersihan gigi dengan pemberian edukasi kesehatan gigi yang disertai pemeriksaan gigi. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada 30 siswa TK Taman Ceria Surabaya usia 4-6 tahun dengan melibatkan guru dan orang tua. Metode yang digunakan berupa penyuluhan menggunakan media boneka model, boneka karakter, dan video edukasi serta pemeriksaan rongga mulut. Pengukuran tingkat pengetahuan anak dilakukan melalui perbandingan hasil pre-test dan post-test. Hasil kegiatan mengindikasikan terjadinya perubahan meningkatnya pengetahuan dimana sebelum edukasi sebagian besar anak berada pada kategori kurang, kemudian meningkat menjadi kategori cukup setelah intervensi. Anak juga menunjukkan antusiasme yang lebih tinggi ketika dilakukan intervensi. Kegiatan ini turut meningkatkan pemahaman orang tua mengenai pentingnya peran mereka dalam membimbing dan mengawasi kebiasaan anak dalam pemeliharaan kebersihan gigi di rumah.
Karamunting Fruit Gel as a Natural Dental Plaque Disclosing Solution Silvia Prasetyowati; M. Ibraar Ayatullah; Sunomo Hadi
Journal of Public Health and Pharmacy Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Pusat Pengembangan Teknologi Informasi dan Jurnal Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/jphp.v5i2.6689

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Introduction: Dental and oral health issues remain a global challenge, with rising dental caries cases, particularly in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Indonesia, where 57.6% of the population is affected. Among Indonesian children aged 3-9, caries and toothache are prevalent, highlighting the need for early plaque detection and targeted interventions. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of disclosing solution gel formulated from Karamunting fruit (Melastoma malabathricum L.) as a dental plaque identifier in children attending the Special Education School under the Surabaya Foundation for Children with Disabilities. Methods: This study utilized a quasi-experimental design using a post-test with a control group framework. A total of 24 respondents were selected through random sampling and divided into four groups. The first three groups were given Karamunting fruit gel at concentrations of 7.5%, 10%, and 12.5% respectively, while the fourth group received a chemically-based disclosing solution as the control. This design allowed for a comparative analysis of the effectiveness of the natural and chemical formulations in detecting dental plaque. Results: The result of the analysis, conducted by using Kruskal-Wallis revealed a p-value of 0.004 (<0.05) indicating a statistically significant effectiveness among Karamunting gel concentrations of 7.5%, 10%, and 12.5% when compared to chemically-based disclosing solution. These findings demonstrate that Karamunting gel is effective in identifying dental plaque, with its efficacy varying significantly according to the concentration used. Conclusion: The disclosing solution gel derived from Karamunting fruit (Melastoma malabathricum L.) showed a potential as an effective alternative for dental plaque notification.
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