Gingivitis in Older School Children

9. Summary This Bachelor's thesis deals with dental hygiene in older schools children and their awareness of the gingivitis issue. The theoretical part deals with the pupil's characteristics, basic gingivitis anatomy and plaque as an etiological factor of the origins of gingivitis. Next, the most frequent types of gingivitis in the given age group are described, including prophylaxis and treatment. The thesis also explores the role and importance of dental hygienists and home dental care. The objective of the practical part of the Bachelor's thesis was to map the habits of older schoolchildren, including their awareness of preserving oral health, and to compare the knowledge of pupils from upper primary schools and lower grades of multi-annual secondary grammar schools. An older school age is a complicated development period in the life of each person. The child is extremely sensitive to any criticism of his or her appearance from people around. A smile can affect whether an individual is accepted or rejected by a group and consequently, any future mental development. Any issue with gums can have not only health, but also social impact. Children of this age group have insufficient awareness of the origins and risks of gingivitis. Therefore, it is very important not only to inform them of the use of dental..