Exploring schoolchildren’s perspectives on oral health in a disadvantaged neighbourhood in The Hague - a participatory action research project

While children understood the importance of oral health, socioeconomic and cultural factors hindered their ability to act upon their knowledge. Poverty and the local food environment were identified as key challenges. This PAR project raised awareness, empowering children to drive positive change and share knowledge with their community through a self-made YouTube video and folder on toothbrushing, regular dental visits and healthy eating.