Parental risk attitudes and caries-related behaviours among immigrant and western native children in Oslo

摘要: –  Objectives:  Immigrant children make up a large proportion of the school populations in many western cities. It is likely that their parents have different attitudes and knowledge dental health than resident populations, thus provide challenge to public services. This study sought map existing disparities oral among immigrant native Oslo identify differences parental, cultural ethnic beliefs towards caries-related behaviours. Methods:  Caries was recorded 735 (3- 5-year olds), supplemented with radiographs olds. Their responded questionnaire. Results:  background, consumption sweet drinks at bed social status were dominant caries risk indicators 3-year Among olds, parental indulgence, attitude diet, hygiene, age starting toothbrushing. Being an closely associated higher prevalence experience. Parental diet behaviours distinguished immigrants from natives. Conclusions:  The results suggest groups societies require information packages, modified strategies for forming hygiene habits related care children, encouragement exercise discipline on factors known be risks health. These must recognize natives attach levels importance parameters. should paid extra attention some high-risk subgroups.