The Importance of Preventive Care and Treatment of Children's Primary and Permanent Teeth

Dear Respondent,

We invite you to participate in a study conducted by Viktoria Raguckė, a third-year student from the Faculty of Nursing and Oral Care at Utena College, titled "The Importance of Preventive Care and Treatment of Children's Primary and Permanent Teeth." The aim of this study is to evaluate the importance of care, prevention, and treatment of children's primary and permanent teeth.

The research is conducted through an anonymous online survey. Participation in the study is voluntary, and you may discontinue filling out the questionnaire at any time without any reason. Complete anonymity and confidentiality are ensured, and the collected data will be used only for scientific purposes.

By filling out the questionnaire, you confirm that you are the parent or guardian of a child (or children) under the age of 14 and agree to participate in the study. Thank you for your time and cooperation!

Vokatra ho an'ny besinimaro

1. What is your child's age?

2. How often does your child brush their teeth?

3. Do you brush your child's teeth?

4. Are your child's teeth brushed with fluoride toothpaste?

5. How often do you change your child's toothbrush?

6. Since when has your child independently started brushing their teeth?

7. How often do you visit the dentist for preventive care with your child?

8. Has your child been diagnosed with dental caries?

9. What preventive procedures have been performed on your child? (multiple answers possible)

10. Did your child need dental treatment procedures with sedation?

11. Did your child need dental treatment in the past 12 months?

12. Do you receive sufficient information from the dental assistant about your child's dental care?

13. Do you think your child's dental care is currently adequate?

14. Does your child fear the dentist?

15. What prevents you from regularly visiting the dentist with your child?

16. What mostly hinders you from ensuring proper dental care for your child at home?

17. How often does your child consume sweet snacks or sugary drinks?

18. Do you think your child's diet affects their dental health?

19. What factors could improve your child's oral hygiene? (multiple answers possible)

20. Are you seeking additional information about children's oral hygiene or dental care (e.g., online, in books)?

21. Do you apply the information received about children's dental care practically at home (e.g., changing brushing technique, tools used, dietary habits)?

22. How do you rate your efforts to ensure your child's oral hygiene at home?

23. In your opinion, has your child's oral hygiene improved recently?