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Knowledge About Cariogenic Dietary Patterns Using Picture Books Among Fourth-Grade Students at Simolawang KIP 156 Elementary School Surabaya

Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: The main problem in the oral cavity of children is caries of the first permanent molar because these teeth erupt at the age of 6 – 7 years when children still have limited knowledge about oral and dental health and then the consumption of cariogenic foods contributes to this issue. Problem statement: The caries-free percentage of first permanent molars was 30% among fourth-grade students at SDN Simolawang KIP 156 Surabaya in 2025. This shows that the caries-free percentage is still relatively low. Method: This research method uses a descriptive research design involved 42 fourth-grade students at SDN Simolawang KIP 156 Surabaya. Data were collected using questionnaires, then processed and analyzed by calculating the mean, converting it into percentages, and categorizing the results based on predetermined criteria. Results: The results of the study showed that knowledge about the types of cariogenic foods before and after using picture book was in the good category. Knowledge of the frequency of cariogenic foods before using picture book was in the poor category and after became a good category. Knowledge of the consequences of excessive consumption of cariogenic foods before using picture book was in the poor category and after became a good category. Conclusion: The knowledge about cariogenic dietary patterns in fourth-grade students using picture book is in the good category.
Language: English
Field: Dentistry
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7225520635
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