title: Behavioural change for the prevention of oral disease in children: one-on-one programme.
abstract: A description is given of the efforts made in a typical dental practice to influence dental health behaviour in a positive manner. A consistent message has been given over the years involving adequate fluoride supplements, restriction in the frequency of sugar intake and thorough oral hygiene. In addition, emphasis is placed on constant repetition and the use of positive feedback.
mesh_terms: D001521:Behavior Therapy; D002648:Child; D002652:Child Behavior; D003812:Dentist-Patient Relations; D004032:Diet; D005459:Fluorides / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006267:Health Education, Dental; D006801:Humans; D009059:Mouth Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011368:Professional-Family Relations
chemical_list: D005459:Fluorides