Table 3 Respondents' attitudes towards the prevention of oral diseases
% Agree | % Uncertain | % Disagree | |
|---|---|---|---|
Oral hygiene is important in preventing dental caries | 98.8 | 1 | 0.2 |
Pediatrician should provide an oral cavity health examination | 96.6 | 3 | 0.4 |
Pediatrician has an important role in the prevention of oral diseases | 94.8 | 5 | 0.2 |
Dental caries may be prevented | 95 | 5 | - |
Routine dental visit is important in preventing oral diseases | 88.7 | 8.1 | 3.2 |
Fluoride supplement is important in preventing dental caries | 85 | 13.2 | 1.2 |
Gingivitis may be prevented | 71.4 | 27.4 | 1.2 |
Malocclusion may be prevented | 55.2 | 36.5 | 8.3 |