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Table 5 Reasons for tooth cleaning among the participants

From: Gingival health and oral hygiene practices of schoolchildren in the North West Region of Cameroon

Reasons

Frequency (no.)

Percent (%)

To keep my teeth clean

1704

74.5

To prevent mouth odour

722

31.6

To make my teeth strong

301

13.2

To prevent dental diseases

117

5.1

To avoid pain

71

3.1

To prevent tooth discolouration

32

1.4

  1. More than one reason for teeth cleaning by participants