Virtual dentistry strategy to enhance knowledge, attitudes, and practices in selecting sweetened ultra-processed foods.

ABSTRACT: Education on the selection of low-sugar ultra-processed foods (UPF) plays a crucial role in promoting good oral health. This study aimed to assess the impact of a virtual educational strategy, developed in the field of dentistry, on improve Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAPs) related to oral health and the appropriate selection of sweet-tasting UPF. A quasi-experimental study with a pre-test and post-test design was conducted, involving parents and caregivers of children and pre-adolescents. Thirteen virtual learning objects (VLO) were delivered via Facebook. To measure the impact of the strategy, a validated instrument was used before the intervention, immediately after, and again six months later to assess Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAPs) on the subject. The median score

SUBMITTER: Angarita-Diaz MDP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11567513 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature