THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PARENTS' ROLE IN DENTAL CARE AND CHILDREN'S ABILITY TO BRUSH THEIR TEETHAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 06 PEKANBARU

Abstract

Oral and dental health plays a crucial role in children's lives, particularly in their growth and development. Dental health issues, such as tooth decay, remain a significant problem among elementary school-aged children due to poor dental hygiene and low awareness of the importance of proper tooth brushing. Data show that the prevalence of tooth decay in preschool and elementary school children remains high, with one contributing factor being the lack of parental involvement in providing motivation and guidance in maintaining children's dental hygiene. This study was conducted at SDN 06 Pekanbaru, with results showing that 60% of children were unable to brush their teeth properly. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between parental roles and children's tooth brushing abilities at SDN 06 Pekanbaru. This study used a correlational cross-sectional design. The analysis showed that parental roles influence children's tooth brushing abilities. The results showed a significant relationship between parental roles and children's tooth brushing abilities (P Value < 0.001). Therefore, it is necessary to increase parental awareness and involvement in guiding children to maintain dental and oral health from an early age.