Table 1 Questionnaire about oral health knowledge and oral health attitudes
Number | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
Questions about oral health knowledge | ||
1 | Gingival bleeding is normal when brushing teeth | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
2 | Germs are one of the reasons for gingivitis | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
3 | Toothbrushing is useless to prevent gingivitis | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
4 | Dental caries are mainly caused by germs | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
5 | Sugar consumption can lead to dental caries | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
6 | Fluoride is useless in protecting teeth | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
7 | Pit and fissure sealant can protect teeth | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
8 | Oral disease can influence systemic health | No () Yes () Don’t know () |
Questions about oral health attitudes | ||
1 | My oral health is very important to me | Agree () Disagree () Neither () |
2 | Regular dental check-ups are important | Agree () Disagree () Neither () |
3 | Tooth condition is decided at birth and is not related to self-care | Agree () Disagree () Neither () |
4 | Self-care is important in preventing dental problems | Agree () Disagree () Neither () |