KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF ORAL HYGIENE AMONG PARENTS OF SPECIAL SCHOOL CHILDREN

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Harippriya Karthikeyan, Dr. Lalitha Rani Chellappa

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of oral hygiene in maintaining overall health and well-being. While this awareness has permeated mainstream discussions, there remains a significant gap in understanding how parents of children with special needs approach and comprehend oral hygiene practices. The oral health of special school children is a critical aspect of their overall healthcare, yet it is an area that has received limited attention in academic research.


Children with special needs often face unique challenges that may impact their oral health. These challenges can range from physical limitations affecting their ability to perform oral hygiene tasks independently to sensory sensitivities that may make oral care routines particularly challenging. Additionally, some medical conditions prevalent in special school children may predispose them to oral health issues, highlighting the need for specialized attention in this domain.


 

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Dr. Lalitha Rani Chellappa, H. K. (2024). KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF ORAL HYGIENE AMONG PARENTS OF SPECIAL SCHOOL CHILDREN . Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum, 34(2s), 691–697. Retrieved from https://obstetricsandgynaecologyforum.com/index.php/ogf/article/view/210
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