영유아 교육기관 교사의 영유아 구강건강관리 관련 지식도 및 실천도 분석

Analysis of Knowledge and Practice Related to Infant Oral Health Care among Teachers at Kindergartens and Child Care Centers

Objectives: The aim of this study is to verify the knowledge and practicable activities about oral health management in kindergartens and child care centers teachers. Methods: A self-reported questionnaire was filled by 180 teachers that work at kindergartens and child care center in Gyeongnam, Busan and Ulsan from october to November, 2023. 173 questionnaires were analyzed, excluding 7 insincere responses by SPSS ver 21.0. Results: The majority of respondents were female, aged 40-49, married, 3 children, graduated from a college and had more than 7 years of educational experiences. Regarding the survey on the need for oral health education, education was very necessary, the most suitable educator was a dentist, and the training period was whenever necessary. Conclusions: Educational experience had a positive correlation with oral health knowledge.