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Psychological, behavioral, and clinical effects of intra‐oral camera: a randomized control trial on adults with gingivitis

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Resumo:Objectives: To evaluate the effects of using an intra-oral camera (IOC) during supportive periodontal therapy (SPT), on the psychological, behavioral, and clinical parameters of patients with gingivitis, outlined by evidence and a theory-based framework. Methods: A group of 78 adult patients with gingivitis receiving an SPT was randomized into two groups: IOC and control. Bleeding on Marginal Probing (BOMP), self-reported dental hygiene behaviors, and psychological determinants of behavior change (outcome expectancies, self-efficacy, and planning) and IOC opinion were evaluated 1 week before or during the appointment and 4 months later. Repeatedmeasures ANOVA was used to compare groups over time. Results: Almost all the patients brushed their teeth daily, while 78% either never or hardly ever used dental floss. The IOC group showed significant improvements in BOMP index (P < 0.001), self-reported flossing (P < 0.05), and self-efficacy (P < 0.05) compared to the control group. Conclusions: The use of IOC significantly improves clinical, behavioral, and psychological determinants of periodontal health 4 months after treatment.
Autores principais:Araujo, Mario-Rui
Outros Autores:Alvarez, Maria-João; Godinho, Cristina Albuquerque; Pereira, Cicero Roberto
Assunto:Behavior change Gingivitis Intra-oral camera Oral hygiene
Ano:2016
País:Portugal
Tipo de documento:artigo
Tipo de acesso:acesso aberto
Instituição associada:Universidade de Lisboa
Idioma:inglês
Origem:Repositório da Universidade de Lisboa

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