Development and Assessment of a Novel Audiosensory Performance Method for Improving the Oral Health of Visually Impaired Children
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: performance method to improve oral health in visually impaired children.Braille, a tactile writing and reading system for visually impaired individuals developed by Louis Braille in the early 19th century, has been instrumental in facilitating access to written information.While Braille has significantly transformed education and literacy for the visually impaired, its application in health care, particularly in oral health education, remains underexplored.The development of an Audiosensory performance method aims to complement Braille by providing a multisensory approach to oral IntroductIonIn the health care sector, comprehensive primary healthcare services are essential for promoting well-being and preventing diseases among all individuals, including those with disabilities.A crucial aspect of this holistic approach is oral health care, which is vital for overall health and quality of life.However, delivering adequate oral health care to individuals with special needs, such as visually impaired children, presents unique challenges.Primary health care, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), provides essential health services based on scientifically sound, socially acceptable methods and technologies, accessible to all individuals in the community.It addresses a wide range of health issues, including preventive measures, health promotion, and disease management.Oral health care, a vital component of primary health care, involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases and the promotion of good oral hygiene practices.Recognizing the strong connection between oral health and systemic health, access to adequate oral health care is a fundamental right that should be extended to everyone, irrespective of their physical or sensory abilities.1,2 In dentistry, acknowledging the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, including visual impairments, is crucial.Special health care needs dentistry focuses on addressing the oral health needs of patients with various physical, intellectual, sensory, and developmental disabilities.Visually impaired children represent a specific population requiring targeted health care interventions.Visual impairment, which ranges from partial vision loss to complete blindness, significantly impacts how individuals perceive and interact with their environment, posing distinct challenges in oral health care.3,4 This study aims to develop and assess an Audiosensory
Authors: Natasha Ghambir, Achla Goel, Nidhi Gupta, Divya Singh
Institution: Santosh University
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413374577