Socioeconomic factors related to tooth brushing behavior among adults in Korea: analysis with 2019 Community Health Survey data
10.11149/jkaoh.2022.46.2.47
- Author:
Yu-Rim LEE
1
;
Nam-Hee KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Dental Hygiene, Yonsei Graduate School, Wonju, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Oral Health
2022;46(2):47-55
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objectives:This study aimed to identify the socioeconomic factors related to tooth brushing behavior among adults in Korea.
Methods:This cross-sectional study used data from the Korea Community Health Survey (KCHS) in 2019. Respondents aged 19 years and older (n=299,099) comprised the study sample. The dependent variable was tooth brushing behavior, whereas the independent variables were demographic and socioeconomic factors. The data were processed using chi-squared test, independent t-test, ANOVA, and adjusted multiple logistic regression analysis were performed. Statistical analysis was performed using the STATA 17.0 program, with significance set at the 5% level.
Results:About half (55%) of the respondents brushed their teeth at least twice a day. The findings also revealed significant differences according to socioeconomic status (P<.01). Those who brushed their teeth less than twice a day had the following characteristics: men, aged 45 years or older, low income, working outside, less educated, without a spouse, and living in rural areas. Adjusted multiple logistic regression analysis showed that the area of residence contributed to tooth brushing behavior.
Conclusions:The area of residence, as well as socioeconomic status, should be considered in oral health education and intervention strategies.
