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Background: Over the years, there has been an increasing and effective integration and participation of oral health in the concept of general health. The absence of educational interventions, and behavioral strategies for children´s oral health are still considered gaps in today's society. The main objective of this work was to define strategies of educational interventions in children's oral health. Methods: The intervention for the “Ser Criança” Program involved the development of a website - “Ser Criança – Aprender a Sorrir” (A Child - Learn to Smile) for three target groups: children, parents and educators / teachers. With this proposition, it is expected that children, families, and school communities improve behavioral habits related to oral health. Also, the “Ser Criança” Program involves a specific protocol defining oral health literacy strategies and dental appointments among the children and families. Results: The “Ser Criança” Program involves a specific protocol defining oral health literacy strategies and dental appointments for children and families. It is crucial to emphasize that most recreational activities are beneficial in the transmission of motivational values. The use of educational games, exploration of macro dental models, theatre and music are valid examples of these activities. Interventions based on digital media (applications or "apps" and the Internet) also prove to be a constant demonstration of success for children's personal and cognitive growth. Aiming on a digital tool for pre-school and elementary school children, through a web-based platform allows, especially amongst the hard-to-reach communities, an immeasurable access to multiple possibilities. Conclusions: Educating future generations using attractive educational, didactic and, above all pedagogical interventions can greatly improve health interventions, especially in the field of dental medicine. |
