Effectiveness of an online application of the health action process approach (HAPA) theory on oral hygiene intervention in young adults with fixed orthodontic appliances: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an online application based on HAPA theory on oral hygiene promotion in young adults with fixed orthodontic appliances.

Methods

A WeChat mini-program (called "Clean Teeth") based on HAPA theory was designed beforehand to improve oral-health behaviors and oral hygiene, and 44 participants aged 17-29 with fixed orthodontic appliances were recruited. Participants of the experimental group (n = 22) received the "Clean Teeth" mini-program, in addition to care as usual, and the control group (n = 22) only received routine oral health education. Data were collected during three orthodontic check-ups: baseline (T0), 6 weeks of follow-up (T1), and 12 weeks of follow-up (T2). All participants completed

SUBMITTER: Wu W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9118762 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature