치위생과학회지 (Journal of dental hygiene science)

  • 제22권3호
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  • Pages.148-155
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  • 2022
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  • 1598-4478(pISSN)
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  • 2233-7679(eISSN)
한국치위생과학회 (The Korean Society of Dental Hygiene Science)
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Investigation of Floss Preference by Types and Future Use Intention according to Floss Experience

  • Kim, Myoung-Hee (Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Science, Eulji University) ;
  • Yun, Hae Yeon (Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Science, Eulji University) ;
  • Park, Ji Hyeon (Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Science, Eulji University) ;
  • Hwang, Young Sun (Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health Science, Eulji University)
  • 투고 : 2022.09.01
  • 심사 : 2022.09.13
  • 발행 : 2022.09.30
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Background: The use of dental floss along with a toothbrush is a well-known oral hygiene product that effectively removes dental plaque and reduces the risk of dental caries and periodontal disease. Despite the fact that various types of floss are being used, flossing methods based on the thread type are being taught. In addition, personal preference according to the floss types has not been investigated. In this study, individual preferences according to the floss types were investigated by experiencing various types of dental floss to both floss users and non-users. In addition, the change in intention to use dental floss in the future after flossing experience of non-users was investigated. Methods: General public participated in the individual interview survey (n=419). Subjects responded to the questionnaire after using all of the thread type, Y-type, and C-type floss. All statistics were expressed frequencies and percentages for categorical variables, and the chi-squared test was used to determine the statistical significance of associations between the variables. Results: As a result of the analysis, the preference of C-type floss was highest in both floss users and non-users. The biggest reason for not using dental floss was not knowing the necessity of flossing (36.4%). In addition, both floss users and non-users responded that C-type floss was suitable for flossing in the anterior and posterior regions. The change in the positive future intention to use dental floss after flossing experience of non-users was statistically significantly associated with age. Conclusion: This result suggests that there is a need to provide education on how to use dental floss in various forms. Based on this, it will be possible to lead a change in individual's attitude for future oral health through active and continuous flossing experience.

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This research was supported by Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (2022R1F1A1063204).

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