Lifestyle and psychosocial correlates of oral hygiene practice among Indonesian adolescents

Poor oral hygiene leads to poor health, which in turn has negative impacts on overall health and quality of life. This study aimed evaluate the prevalence associated factors practice among school-going adolescents Indonesia. Secondary analysis cross-sectional, nationally representative data from 2015 Indonesia Global School-based Health Survey, covering 11,142 students aged 11-18 years, was performed. Multiple logistic regression employed explore associations between lifestyle, psychosocial factors, tooth-brushing frequency. Around 10.8% brushed their teeth less frequently than recommended twice-daily regimen. Male gender, lower socio-economic status, dietary practice, longer sedentary time, drug use, psychological distress, peer support, no parental support were with infrequent tooth brushing. The findings need integrate promotion into general actions that target families, schools, social environments develop healthier habits.