title: Cognitive-behavioral psychology and oral hygiene. A new perspective on an old problem.
abstract: This article describes the application of learning principles derived from behavioral and cognitive psychology to oral hygiene. It reviews the theoretical basis of a plaque prevention approach based on psychological models of self-control behavior. This approach was derived from research on learning environments, interviewing, behavior modification, and cognitive psychology.
authors.forename: G R
authors.initials: GR
authors.lastname: Wolfe
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Stewart
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Jacobs-Schoen
mesh_terms: D001294:Attitude to Health; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D009910:Oral Hygiene