Oral health education: a study of the strategies adopted in the health units of the interior of Ceará

Abstract

Objective: To analyze the actions of promotion and protection in oral health performed by Dental Surgeons (CD) of the Family Health Teams in the interior of Ceará. Methods: This was a descriptive, quantitative study using a questionnaire, with interview application. The sample was carried by all the Oral Health Team (ESB) of the municipality (16). Data were recorded in the SPSS program (Statistical Package for Social Sciences); and described by the program Excel 2007 for Windows. Results: The results showed that in 100% of the units health education activities were carried out; supervised brushing, supply of toothbrush and fluoridated paste. The actions were developed by CD and Technicians in Oral Health (TSB) (58.8%); followed by 29.4%, CD and the Oral Health Assistant (ASB); 5.9%, by TSB; and 5.9%, throughout the ESB; being 58.8% in schools and day care centers; 35.3% in schools, kindergartens and domicile; and 5.9% in health units. As for resources, 76.5% used educational videos; 17.6% serial album; and 3.5 no recourse. Conclusion: The actions of promotion and protection in oral health are being developed according to what is recommended by the National Oral Health Policy, proposed by the Ministry of Health.