Changes in Oral Health Knowledge, Beliefs, and Self-Reported Practices Among Preschool Teachers Between 3 and 12 Months After School-Based Education

Background/Objectives: Preschool teachers can reinforce oral health practices, but the persistence of educational messages requires evaluation. This study assessed changes in oral health knowledge, beliefs, and self-reported practices between 3 and 12 months after school-based education.

Methods

Education reached 240 teachers in 63 schools in Trabzon, Turkey. Questionnaires were completed by 222 teachers at 3 months and 152 at 12 months. Paired analyses included the 152 teachers assessed at both follow-ups. Responses were compared using McNemar tests. No matched pre-education assessment or concurrent control group was available.