International Journal of Pediatrics

Effects of Parents' Education on Dental Fissure Sealant Rate of Preschool Children Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior in Iran

Khadijeh Einolahzadeh; Arezoo Fallahi; Fardin Gharibi; Afshin Bahmani

Volume 9, Issue 2 , February 2021, , Pages 13021-13030

https://doi.org/10.22038/ijp.2020.49398.3957

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Background Fissure sealant therapy is one of the most effective methods for preventing dental caries. This study aimed to investigate the effect of parental education on fissure sealant ... Read More Background Fissure sealant therapy is one of the most effective methods for preventing dental caries. This study aimed to investigate the effect of parental education on fissure sealant in the sample of Iranian preschool children. Materials and Methods: This experimental study was conducted in Sanandaj, West of Iran, in 2019. A total of 120 parents of preschool children were randomly selected and divided into control (n = 60), and intervention (n = 60) groups. The required data were collected by a questionnaire based on the theory of planned behavior. It consisted of two sections: demographic information and theoretical constructs. The intervention group received four sessions of 45-60 minutes. Education was conducted through lectures and question and answer using pamphlets, brochures, and dental manikins. Data were analyzed using SPSS software version 20. Results: The intervention and control groups were homogeneous ‎before ‎education. ‎They were similar in terms of mean scores of the planned ‎model. However, after an educational intervention, all the scores increased, including the mean attitude score (from ‎‎3‎‏.‏‎09±0.47‎‏ to ‎4.07±0.64)‎, subjective norm score (from 3.2±‎‏0.45 to ‎‎3.90±‎‏0.52), perceived behavioral control score (from 3.172±‎‏0.31‏‎ to 3.73±‎‏0.40)‏‎, ‎behavioral intention score (from 3.33±‎‏0.58‏‎ to 4.40±‎‏0.62‏‎), practice score ‎(from ‎‏0‏‎ to ‎‏19.41‏‎±0.6), and knowledge score (from 1.85±2.23 to 7.17 ‎‎±1.31). Besides, the difference was statistically significant (p <0.05). Also, changes in model ‎constructs and knowledge were statistically significant in two ‎groups (p <0.05).‎ Conclusion According to the results with implementing‏ four educational intervention sessions based on the theory of planned behavior ‎on fissure sealant can help increase the fissure sealant rate. ‎

A Comparison between Transcutaneous Bilirubin (TcB) and Total Serum Bilirubin (TSB) Measurements in Term Neonates

Majid Mansouri; Amir Mahmoodnejad; Razieh Taghizadeh Sarvestani; Fardin Gharibi

Volume 3, Issue 3.1 , May 2015, , Pages 633-641

https://doi.org/10.22038/ijp.2015.4352

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Background: Transcutaneous bilirubinometry (TCB) is a simple method for estimating bilirubin levels in neonates. This method is noninvasive, quick, and painless. We aimed to compare ... Read More

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Effects of Parents' Education on Dental Fissure Sealant Rate of Preschool Children Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior in Iran

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A Comparison between Transcutaneous Bilirubin (TcB) and Total Serum Bilirubin (TSB) Measurements in Term Neonates

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