Understanding Brazilian immigrant parents' knowledge and behaviors regarding their children's oral health
SORRIA! Assessing Brazilian Immigrant Parents' Oral Health Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors for their Young Children
This study looks at how Brazilian immigrant parents think about and take care of their young children's teeth, especially when it comes to preventing cavities, and it aims to understand the challenges they face in getting dental care and how their culture influences their dental habits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Boston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10881921 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how Brazilian immigrant parents perceive and manage their young children's oral health, particularly focusing on early childhood caries, a common and preventable dental issue. The study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of these parents, considering factors such as their level of acculturation and socioeconomic status. By gathering data through surveys and interviews, the research seeks to identify barriers these families face in accessing dental care and to understand the impact of cultural factors on their children's oral health practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Brazilian immigrant parents with children aged 0-11 years living in the United States.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Brazilian immigrants or do not have children within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved oral health outcomes for young children in Brazilian immigrant families by informing targeted interventions and educational programs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can effectively improve health outcomes in immigrant populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- University of Massachusetts Boston — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindsay, Ana Cristina Terra de Souza — University of Massachusetts Boston
- Study coordinator: Lindsay, Ana Cristina Terra de Souza
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.