Tooth Bot: A Robot for Enhancing Children's Awareness of Cavity Prevention

Good oral hygiene habits are fundamental to children's health education. The cleaning of children's primary molar occlusal surfaces is often neglected, leading to tooth decay despite brushing or difficulty in forming proper hygiene habits. This study introduces Tooth Bot, a robot that visualizes cleaning teeth, especially occlusal surfaces, as defeating plaque monsters. Tooth Bot consists of a tooth model and a toothbrush. During cleaning, the toothbrush detects brushing posture, cleaning duration, and focuses on occlusal surfaces. The tooth model visualizes plaque formation, reminding children to brush regularly.