Factors associated with knowledge and attitude related to oral health among older people living in the community, Malaysia
Aims: The prevalence of comorbidities among older individuals often leads to the neglect of oral health in this population. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the relationship between socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes related to oral health among older individuals. Instr...
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Tarbiat Modares University
2024
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| Institution: | Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia |
| Language: | English English |
| Summary: | Aims: The prevalence of comorbidities among older individuals often leads to the neglect
of oral health in this population. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the relationship
between socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes related to oral health among
older individuals.
Instrument & Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted, involving 359 individuals
aged 60 and above in the community setting of Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. Data collection
was carried out using a questionnaire distributed through social media platforms. The
questionnaire comprised four sections: socio-demographics, self-perceived oral health
status, knowledge, and attitudes. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 26.
Findings: The mean total knowledge score was moderately good (17.42±5.74), and the mean
total attitude score was positive (36.20±6.06). Educational level (p=0.01) and frequency
of dental visits (p=0.02) were significantly associated with knowledge. Similarly, marital
status (p=0.01), educational level (p=0.001), and frequency of dental visits (p=0.01) showed
significant associations with attitude. We also identified a positive correlation between
knowledge and attitudes related to oral health among older individuals (r=0.38, p=0.001).
Conclusion: Among older individuals living in the community, knowledge of oral health
was moderately good, and attitudes toward oral health were positive. Future oral health
promotion efforts should specifically target individuals who are divorced or widowed, have
lower educational levels, and have not visited dental clinics. |
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