Adina Oana Armencia, Doriana Agop-Forna, Andrei Nicolau, Irina Bamboi, Anca Rapis, Teona Tudorici, Carina Balcoș
Abstract
The study of demographic factors provides valuable insights into how they influence oral health. On the other hand, knowledge, attitudes, and behavior towards oral health are fundamental factors that can determine individuals’ dental health status. The aims of study is to determine the socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes regarding oral health, as well as health-related behaviors among young adults in Iași. Material and Method: A total of 100 subjects, selected between 2023-2024, were included in the study and grouped according to demographic parameters. The Hiroshima University–Dental Behavioral Inventory (HU-DBI) and the Oral Health-Related Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors (KAB) were used to assess knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to oral health. Results: The HU-DBI score was 8.2. The KAB score for the knowledge domain was 11, for the attitudes domain, the score was 15, and for the behavior domain, the score was 21. Conclusions: The majority of participants, particularly young adults, understand the importance of oral hygiene, such as brushing twice daily and avoiding behaviors that could harm oral health.
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