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TL;DR
The authors conclude that targeted training for these teachers is needed to improve their effectiveness as oral health advocates.
Children · 11 authors, 7 centres
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The authors conclude that targeted training for these teachers is needed to improve their effectiveness as oral health advocates.
The central finding was that while almost all teachers confirmed passing on knowledge about oral health to their students, their own knowledge on proper oral hygiene was deemed unsatisfactory by the researchers. The authors highlight the crucial role of educators in shaping pro-health behaviors from an early age, especially given the barriers visually impaired children face in accessing dental care. Limitations noted include the small number of respondents, classifying the work as a preliminary study. The implications point to a clear need for educational programs and specialized tools (e.g., Braille tooth models) to enhance teachers' knowledge and effectiveness in oral health education for this vulnerable group.