Motivation for oral hygiene using toys with dentistry themes

Abstract

Introduction: Motivation is important tool for success in the oral hygiene orientation of preschoolers. Objective: To evaluate the motivation for oral hygiene using toys with dentistry themes in children. Methods: Thirty-five children (4 to 6 years old) were evaluated. They were divided into two groups. In the control group was realized simulated mouth oral hygiene orientation, and in the experimental group was added the stimulation with toys. The evaluation was realized through plaque index, (before the orientation, after seven and fifteen days). Comparative analysis was assessed by Kruskal-Wallis test (p<0.05). Results: After the first week, there was a significant decrease in the index plaque in the control and experimental group, and the experimental group presented a significant decrease in relation to the control group. At the second week, the reduction stabilized in relation to the first. Conclusion: It was concluded that the use of toys for the oral hygiene motivation is efficient.