Validation of indigenously developed video for teaching tooth brushing to children with autism spectrum disorder

Abstract

Aim: Validation of indigenously developed video for teaching tooth brushing to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Methodology: This prospective pilot study was carried out in 10 participants of age 5-12 years. The developed video was taught to incorporate in the routine and transferred in parent’s smartphones after assessing their baseline descriptive, plaque index, tooth brushing efficiency and time required for perform the activity. The intention was to assess the improvement in tooth brushing technique and the ability of the child to comprehend and follow the instruction as shown in the video. Results: In first visit, most of the children with ASD were incapable of grasping the toothbrush properly and had irregular tooth brushing practices. The mean plaque score (Loe and Silness) has improved from 2.04 ± 0.65 to 2.03 ± 0.12 (p>0.05) in the second visit and significantly improved from the baseline to third visit (p