Oral health promotion with children and adolescents

Abstract

Abstract This chapter emphasizes the population strategy planning in oral health promotion programmes for children and adolescents. The developmental framework of a child and the socialization process should be considered as a basis for all behavioural enterprises targeted towards children. Empowerment of a child for adopting favourable dental health habits demands a practical and educational approach. The concepts proposed by Sheiham (1990) could form the general guidelines for programme planning. Oral health for children and adolescents cannot be reached without the efforts for healthy environment, which would support healthy choices and healthy behaviour of the individuals.