Question

What are three ways to conduct a formative assessment about daily dental flossing to a target audience of young American adults, ages 18-25. This is to understand the interests, behaviors, and needs of the target population.

Answer 1

Ans) Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste is key to good oral health.

- In fact, according to the Delta Dental survey, people who brush at least twice a day are 22 percent more likely to describe their oral health as good or better compared with those who brush less frequently.

- Unfortunately, 23 percent of Americans have gone two or more days without brushing their teeth in the past year. Nearly 37 percent of adults ages 18 to 24 have gone that long without brushing.

- Flossing is another area that could use some improvement. Only four of 10 Americans floss at least once a day, and 20 percent never floss. The survey showed a strong relationship between flossing daily and reporting good oral health.

- Through one of the lighter topics addressed in the survey, Delta Dental found that one-third of Americans have made their partners brush their teeth before a kiss. Men were less likely to require brushing before kissing.