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Dental Therapist Journal
Published by Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang
ISSN : 27153770     EISSN : 27464539     DOI : https://doi.org/10.31965/dtj
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Dental Therapist Journal with registered number ISSN 2715-3770 (Print), 2746-4539 (Online) is an online open access peer-reviewed journal that emphasizes high-level research, dissemination and application of research findings related to dental and oral health which managed by the Department of Dental Health, Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang. This journal is published by Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang. Dental Therapist Journal is published 2 times a year (May and November). The aim of this journal is to disseminate knowledge and to explore the information through the publication of peer-reviewed, high quality, scientific papers and other material on all topics relating to dental and oral health. This journal offers researchers of every field to make a stride ahead and get the best researches for the drug in the field of dental which incorporates the practice, study, analysis, management, prevention, and treatment of infections, disorders and conditions related. Topics covered in this Journal include Basic Dentistry, Oral Health and Other Diseases, Dental and Oral Health, Dental and Oral Abnormalities, etc. Every article that goes to the editorial staff will be selected through Initial Review processes by the Editorial Board. Then, the articles will be sent to the peer reviewer and will go to the next selection by Double-Blind Preview Process. After that, the articles will be returned to the authors to revise. These processes take a month for a maximum time. In each manuscript, peer reviewer will be rated from the substantial and technical aspects. The final decision of articles acceptance will be made by Editors according to Reviewers comments. Peer reviewer that collaboration with Dental Therapist Journal is the experts in the health area and issues around it.
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Dental Health Education Using PowerPoint Media to Improve Maternal Behavior in Maintaining Dental and Oral Hygiene of Students of GMIT Baumata Elementary School Agusthinus Wali; Melkisedek O. Nubatonis; Emma Krisyudhanti; Ratih Variani
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i1.1377

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Dental health education is a planned and directed effort to create an environment that encourages individuals or community groups to change their old behaviors, which are less favorable for their dental health, to behaviors that are beneficial for their dental health. Behavior change can occur naturally, influenced by the environment, or intentionally and systematically through knowledge, attitudes, and skills. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of dental health education using PowerPoint media to improve the behavior of mothers in maintaining the dental and oral hygiene of GMIT Baumata Elementary School students. This type of research is a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test research design. The population of this study includes mothers and students of GMIT Elementary School, and the research sample is the total population of mothers and students in grades I-VI at GMIT Baumata Elementary School, Taebenu District, Kupang Regency, totaling 89 people. The instruments in this study were questionnaires and dental and oral hygiene examination forms. The results of the effectiveness test analysis showed that the behavior of mothers in maintaining dental and oral health (p=0.000) significantly improved, indicating an increase in the mothers' behavior in maintaining dental and oral health. Similarly, the dental and oral hygiene status of the students (p=0.000) improved, indicating an increase in the students' dental and oral hygiene status. Therefore, it can be concluded that PowerPoint media is effective in improving the behavior of mothers in maintaining their children's dental and oral hygiene and in enhancing the dental and oral hygiene status of GMIT Baumata Elementary School students in Taebenu District, Kupang Regency. It is recommended that further research be conducted to provide comparative data.
Effect of Health Education Media MEGI (Coloring and Brushing Teeth) on Dental and Oral Hygiene in Elementary School Students Ghiza Sekar Regina; Siti Fatimah; Eliza Herijulianti; Rr. Megananda Hiranya Putri
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v5i2.1379

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School-age children are one of the vulnerable groups to oral health problems, such as dental caries and gum inflammation. These issues are often caused by children's lack of understanding of the importance of maintaining oral hygiene. Providing education using engaging media can be done as an effort to enhance children's understanding of daily oral health care. This study aims to determine the influence of the MEGI (Coloring and Brushing Teeth) health education media on dental and oral hygiene in elementary school students. This research is a quasi-experimental study with a one-group pre-post-test design. The research sample consists of second-grade elementary school students selected using total sampling techniques. Education is provided using the MEGI health education media. Data collection on dental and oral hygiene is recorded using the Plaque Free Score index. Research data is analyzed with Paired T-test. The results show that the mean dental and oral hygiene of students increased between before (14.25) and after (66.14) being given education using the MEGI health education media. The Paired T-test result obtained a p-value of 0.00 < α 0.05, indicating a significant influence of the MEGI health education media on dental and oral hygiene in elementary school students. The MEGI health education media can be used as one of the counseling media options to improve dental and oral hygiene in elementary school students. For future research, it is recommended to provide continuous education to children, and oral hygiene examinations should be conducted periodically.
Knowledge Enhancement Through Oral Hygiene Learning Videos Sekar Restuning; Irwan Supriyanto; Nurul Fatikhah
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v5i2.1380

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Learning media is expected to enhance students' interest in learning. This research aims to investigate the impact of instructional videos on the level of oral hygiene knowledge. The research methodology employed in this study is Quasi-Experimental, utilizing a quantitative design with pre-test and post-test approaches. Purposive sampling was employed as the sampling technique. The analysis, conducted using the Paired T-Test, yielded a ρ-value of 0.000 (ρ < 0.05), indicating a significant change in the mean knowledge scores before and after the educational intervention using oral hygiene instructional videos. One alternative approach to dental health education, particularly in tooth brushing, is through the use of videos. Using videos is more effective as it facilitates easier retention and understanding of lessons, transcending reliance on a single sensory input. It is anticipated that future research can develop applications related to accessing oral hygiene instructional videos.
Use of Glass Ionomer Sealants in The Prevention of Occlusal Caries in Pediatric Permanent Teeth Merniwati Sherly Eluama; Leny Marlina A. Pinat; Mery Novaria Pay; Applonia Leu Obi; Agusthinus Wali
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i1.1387

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In Indonesia, according to the Riskesdas data, only 0.1% of 15-year-old children received fissure sealant treatment. Glass ionomer sealants can prevent caries on newly erupted permanent molars and are a good alternative because they are cheaper, painless, and easy to apply. The study aimed to evaluate the retention of glass ionomer sealants in preventing occlusal caries on permanent molars in children. The research method used an experimental design. The independent variable was the filling of deep fissures with Fuji VII glass ionomer, and the dependent variable was the occlusal status of the left and right lower first permanent molars, which included teeth that had been sealed with glass ionomer (intact sealant, partially lost, completely lost, either caries-free or carious). The population consisted of primary school children in Manefu, East Baumata Village. The research sample was selected using purposive sampling, targeting primary school children aged 7-10 years at SD Manefu who had deep fissures and were willing to participate. Data collection involved clinical trials, including sealing the left and right lower first permanent molars with Fuji VII glass ionomer and evaluating the sealant retention after six months. Data were processed and analyzed using descriptive statistical tests. The results showed that nine molars had good retention (23.68%), five molars had partially lost their sealant (13.15%), 31.57% of molars were caries-free despite losing their entire sealant, and 31.57% of molars developed caries after losing their entire sealant. Overall, 26 molars (68.42%) treated with fissure sealing were protected from caries. Initial enamel caries lesions occurred in 31.58% of sealed molars whose sealants had dislodged. In conclusion, the use of glass ionomer sealants demonstrated a retention effect and prevented occlusal caries on permanent molars in children by up to 68.42%.
Oral Health Survey at PPA Eagle and PPA Agape: Dental Health Status, Service Needs and WTP (Willingness to Pay) Apri Adiari Manu; Rosliani Saragih
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i1.1405

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Low utilization of dental health services, particularly among children, is a significant public health issue. Factors such as distance, cost, and service quality hinder access. Child Development Centers (PPA) present a potential target population for dental health interventions. The objective of this study to assess the oral health status and service needs of PPA children, determine the Foundation's willingness to pay for dental treatments, and explore potential collaborations between the PPA and the Dental Health Department. The methods used a cross-sectional study was conducted on 522 PPA children. Data on oral health status, service needs, and willingness to pay were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using statistical methods. The results of this study revealed a high prevalence of dental caries among children. The most common service need was dental fillings. The Foundation's willingness to pay for dental services was significantly lower than the current rates offered by the Dental Health Department. The conclusion is the findings highlight the need for affordable and accessible dental care for PPA children. Collaborations between the PPA and the Dental Health Department can help address this issue by providing subsidized or free dental services.
The Discipline of Tooth Brushing on Caries Prevalence in Children Ferdinan Fankari; Emma Krisyudhanti
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i1.1406

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Indonesian people's brushing habits are still very concerning, as seen from the 2018 Basic Health Research data where only 2.3% of the population aged ≥ 10 years brushed their teeth after eating breakfast and before going to bed at night. This study aimed to determine the effect of tooth brushing discipline on the prevalence of caries in children of SD Negeri 2 Baumata Timur, Kupang Regency. This study is an experiment with a one-shot case study design, without a control group conducted on all 130 SDN 2 Baumata Timur students. All respondents were given an initial examination to determine dental caries (def-t/DMF-T) and were educated on brushing their teeth properly. Respondents were given control cards and stickers to be attached to the column after brushing their teeth in the morning after eating and the column brushing their teeth before going to bed at night for 120 effective days. Respondents will be evaluated for dental caries by re-examining dental caries (def-t/DMF-T) after brushing their teeth for 120 days, this aims to determine whether there are new caries after routine brushing activities carried out by the response. The results showed that the behavior of brushing teeth that was carried out consistently or the discipline of children brushing their teeth for 120 days by students at home was in the morning after eating and at night before going to bed. The results of the evaluation of dental caries after the intervention on regular brushing habits using oral health control cards showed that there was no risk of caries or new caries during 120 days of regular and consistent brushing.  The results of the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test statistical test showed a significant value of p 1.000> 0.05, so there was no difference before and after treatment using a dental health control card, but in substance there was an effect on caries prevention. The conclusion is that the discipline or consistency of children in brushing their teeth in the morning after eating and at night before bed can prevent dental caries in children.
The Relationship Between Tooth Brushing Behavior of Elementary School Students with Dental Caries and Stunting Applonia Leo Obi; Anthonius Radja Ratu
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i1.1594

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The oral cavity is the most important part, the main place for the reception of nutrients for the body. Oral and dental health status, food consumption, nutritional status, and overall well-being are interrelated. Poor nutrition in children is caused by an imbalance of nutrients, leading to a deficiency of energy and protein, which hampers their growth and development. Stunted children are more susceptible to dental caries due to changes in saliva. Reduced saliva volume decreases its buffering and cleaning abilities. This study aims to analyze the relationship between tooth tooth-brushing behavior of elementary school students and dental caries and stunting. This is an observational analytical study with a cross-sectional design. The sample was selected through purposive sampling with a maximum of 50 students from SD Baumata, Taebenu District, Kupang Regency. Data collection was done using questionnaires and caries examinations to determine the presence of caries in the oral cavity. Stunting was measured anthropometrically using the weight-for-height index. The chi-square test results showed a significant relationship between knowledge (p=0.035), attitude (p=0.039), and behavior (p=0.039) with caries. In contrast, the test for the relationship between knowledge (p=0.0002), attitude (p=0.000), and tooth brushing behavior (p=0.000) all showed a significant relationship with stunting. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between the knowledge, attitude, and behavior of students with caries and stunting. It is recommended to conduct further research on the relationship between diet, nutrient intake, and the incidence of caries and stunting.
Knowledge about Dental Caries and The DMF-T Index in Adolescents Etty Yuniarly; Quroti Ayun; Dewi Erwanti Kumalasari; Dwi Eni Purwati
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i2.1650

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Dental caries is one of the most common diseases found in the oral cavity. Based on the 2018 Basic Health Research, 65.5% of 12-year-old children and 67.4% of 15-year-old children experienced caries or cavities, with a national DMF-T index of 7.1. This study aims to determine the level of knowledge about dental caries and the DMF-T index among adolescents. This analytical study used a cross-sectional approach involving 90 randomly selected seventh-grade students. The results showed that 53.3% of respondents had moderate knowledge about dental caries, with an average knowledge score of 8.21. The average DMF-T index was 3.41, with 51.1% of respondents falling into the moderate category. Analysis indicated a tendency for respondents with better knowledge to have a lower DMF-T index. Additionally, 26.7%  of respondents with moderate knowledge had a moderate DMF-T index, suggesting a positive relationship between the level of knowledge and oral health status. The term "moderate" reflects a sufficient but not optimal understanding of oral health and a middle-level degree of tooth decay. Further research is recommended to use longitudinal designs to analyze causal relationships, explore the influence of social factors such as family support, and develop school-based educational programs to enhance awareness and prevent caries among adolescents.
Dental Health Education for Pregnant Women to Prevent Stunting Sekar Restuning; Irwan Supriyanto; Devy Octaviana; Bayu Irianti
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i2.1666

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Poor oral and dental health in pregnant women can affect the fetus, leading to preterm birth and low birth weight. Oral cavity infections can transmit infections to the fetus through the bloodstream. Pregnant women with insufficient knowledge about stunting are at higher risk of contributing to stunting. Dental and oral health promotion is a process of providing information based on the needs of oral and dental health, aiming to achieve good oral and dental health. This study aims to determine the effect of educational videos on the knowledge level of pregnant women in preventing stunting. The research design used in this study is Quasi-Experimental, with a quantitative approach involving pre-tests and post-tests. The analysis results using the Wilcoxon test showed a p-value = 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant effect on knowledge before and after the intervention using oral and dental health educational videos for pregnant women in preventing stunting. Video media has advantages such as providing closer observation of movements, saving time, and allowing repeated playback, facilitating the knowledge absorption process. Videos are categorized as audiovisual media because they engage both hearing and sight senses.
The Use of Red Dragon Fruit Gel as A Disclosing Agent for Plaque Measurement RR Ratnasari Dyah Purnomowati; Arianto Arianto; Linasari Linasari; Muliadi Muliadi
Dental Therapist Journal Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Dental Therapist Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31965/dtj.v6i2.1695

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Assessing oral hygiene through plaque index assessment is essential to identify areas that require attention, as poor hygiene can lead to problems such as caries, gingivitis, periodontitis and systemic health issues. In response to challenges such as limited access to natural tooth colouring materials and the side effects of chemical alternatives, red dragon fruit has emerged as a safe and natural option. This experimental study aimed to develop a red dragon fruit disclosing gel with concentrations of 35%, 50%, and 75% and to compare the staining effectiveness of these three concentrations. The study employed an experimental research design categorized as an "experimental study" using the Posttest Only Design. In this design, interventions (X) are carried out, followed by posttest measurements (O2). Since there is no control group, the results of O2 cannot be compared with other groups. This approach is also referred to as the "One-Shot Study." The observations (O2) provide descriptive data, with parameters measured including color intensity and plaque index scores. The study was conducted on university students as the sample population. The results revealed that a 35% concentration of red dragon fruit gel was effective in disclosing dental plaque by staining it. However, the highest color absorption and most intense staining were observed at the 75% concentration. The study concluded that a 35% concentration of red dragon fruit gel is sufficient for use as a disclosing agent, while the 75% concentration provides the best and most intense staining. Future research is recommended to stabilize the anthocyanin content in red dragon fruit extract by incorporating acetic acid or other stabilizing agents.

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