Study Links Healthy Eating Self-Efficacy to Oral Hygiene in School-Aged Children

Posted: December 26, 2024
This study evaluated the oral hygiene status of school-aged children in relation to their eating behavior and healthy eating self-efficacy. Results showed a significant negative correlation between self-efficacy and oral hygiene parameters, with emotional eating impacting dental outcomes. Higher self-efficacy was associated with better oral health. Socioeconomic factors also influenced eating behaviors and oral health. Interventions targeting self-efficacy and emotional eating can improve oral health in children.

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