UPAYA IBU MERAWAT KESEHATAN GIGI PADA ANAK USIA PRASEKOLAH

The Subject : Dental caries is an infectious disease that results from bacterial interactions. The bacteria that attack the teeth are the acid bacteria "Streptococcus Mutans" so that in a certain period of time, this type of acid bacteria will damage the tooth enamel and cause cavities. Children who are vulnerable to cavities are also caused by the attitudes and characteristics of children who do not know the importance of maintaining dental and oral hygiene. Tooth decay in preschoolers can affect the development of children. Mother is someone who has many roles, mother’s role as caregiver, educate and determine the personality of her child. The purpose of the study was to find out about mother efforts to care for dental health in preschool children. The method of this research uses a qualitative research design with a case study approach. Data collection was conducted on three participants and for validation using data triangulation and observing children. Data collection is done by semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using domain analysis. The results of this case study indicate that the efforts that have ben made by mother, namely 1) toothbrush time management 2) supporting food 3) sweet food management 4) mother’s strategy in applying dental care for children 5) Teach how to brush teeth 6) teach mouthwash after eating 7) barriers to caring for teeth from child factors 8) how to overcome the problem of brushing teeth in children