Impact Of A Multimodal Educational Program On A Group Of Elementary School Teacher’s Knowledge And Attitude Of Traumatic Dental Injury In Egypt: A Before And After Study

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1 faculty of dentistry, MSA university

2 Professor, Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health Department, Cairo University.

3 Lecturer in pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health department Cairo University

Abstract

Background: Traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) are common among schoolchildren and often require immediate first aid. Teachers, as first responders, play a critical role in managing TDIs. However, their knowledge and confidence in handling such injuries are often limited.

Aim of the study

To evaluate the knowledge and attitude of school teachers about management of dental traumatic injuries and to evaluate the impact of the educational program.

Methods: A before-and-after study was conducted among 147 elementary school teachers from 10 international schools in Cairo and Giza. Baseline knowledge and attitudes were assessed using a validated questionnaire. An educational intervention, including workshops, posters, and interactive sessions, was implemented. Post-intervention assessments were conducted one and six months later to evaluate changes in knowledge and confidence. Statistical analysis included paired t-tests and chi-square tests.

Results: The intervention led to a substantial improvement in teachers' theoretical knowledge and attitude in managing TDIs. Pre-intervention results reflected limited knowledge, confidence and attitude recording 22.22% baseline knowledge which notably increased by 42.22% in improvement post 1 month showing rise in confidence level and ability to deal with TDI cases properly, and additional 48.89% improvement post- 6 months is noticed compared to pre-intervention scores. This suggests that the knowledge and Attitude gained during the intervention were retained and even further strengthened over time.

Conclusion: Multimodal educational program significantly enhances teachers’ awareness to manage TDIs. Integrating such programs into school curricula can improve public health outcomes and empower educators as first responders.

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