Pravil M. Tambunan *

Universitas Tjut Nyak Dhien, Indonesia

Bunga Rimta Barus

Universitas Tjut Nyak Dhien, Indonesia

https://doi.org/10.19184/ijece.v1i1.60004 

Abstract

This community service program aims to improve basic dental health knowledge and skills and facilitate early detection in early childhood at the Family Welfare Movement PKK Kindergarten in Kuala Tanjung Village. Twenty-nine children participated in the program on February 13, 2026, using a descriptive-participatory approach through interactive education, jaw model demonstrations, guided practice, initial examinations, feedback, and distribution of dental hygiene supplies. Evaluation was conducted by two observers through review of field notes and documentation using indicators of implementation, participation, reproduction of toothbrushing movements, and follow-up. All stages were implemented; children demonstrated active involvement, imitated the basic sequence of toothbrushing with guidance, and received supplies. Aggregate clinical data were not available, so results cannot be interpreted as clinical effectiveness. The education-imitation-screening-reinforcement flow based on cross-sector partnerships is relevant for early childhood dental health promotion, with the need for family strengthening and regular evaluation. 

Keywords: Dental Health, Early Childhood, Interactive Education, Early Detection, Partnerships

Abstrak

Pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan dasar kesehatan gigi serta memfasilitasi deteksi dini pada anak usia dini di TK PKK Desa Kuala Tanjung. Sebanyak 29 anak mengikuti program pada 13 Februari 2026 dengan pendekatan deskriptif-partisipatif melalui edukasi interaktif, demonstrasi model rahang, praktik terbimbing, pemeriksaan awal, umpan balik, dan distribusi perlengkapan kebersihan gigi. Evaluasi dilakukan oleh dua observer melalui telaah catatan lapangan dan dokumentasi menggunakan indikator keterlaksanaan, partisipasi, reproduksi gerakan menyikat gigi, dan tindak lanjut. Seluruh tahapan terlaksana; anak menunjukkan keterlibatan aktif, menirukan urutan dasar menyikat gigi dengan bimbingan, dan menerima perlengkapan. Data klinis agregat tidak tersedia sehingga hasil tidak ditafsirkan sebagai efektivitas klinis. Alur edukasi–imitasi–skrining–penguatan berbasis kemitraan lintas sektor relevan untuk promosi kesehatan gigi anak usia dini, dengan kebutuhan penguatan keluarga dan evaluasi berkala.

Kata Kunci: Kesehatan Gigi, Anak Usia Dini, Edukasi Interaktif, Deteksi Dini, Kemitraan 

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