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. 2024 Aug 29;84(4):407–419. doi: 10.1111/jphd.12641

TABLE 3.

Themes and subthemes.

Themes Subthemes
Theme 1: Positive behaviors promoted by the BSBF oral health program Encouraging toothbrushing
Helpful instructions for toothbrushing
Theme 2: Barriers to the BSBF oral health program implementation Program material issues
ECE center attendance
Child and parent communication about the program
Theme 3: Online resources Social media promotion
Graphics, colors, and videos on BSBF website
Feedback to redevelop BSBF website
Theme 4: Impact of the oral health program Retaining key oral health messages
Attitude towards toothbrushing
Oral health routine
Oral health promotion in the family

Theme 5: Strategies to enhance the BSBF oral health programs

Increase dental health literacy on sugary foods and drinks intake
Format of message delivery
Increase access to oral healthcare
Mobile phone applications