The theater as a motivational tool of education in oral health of elderly

Abstract

Educational programs that use activities with theoretical content and participative dimensions, such as pedagogical games and competitions have a fundamental importance in the habit changes in oral health.4 When used isolated, the theoretical instructions on oral hygiene are not enough to allow behavioral changes in health.5 However, in the educational process the professional should have a cautious approach, a conviction in the significance of the health promotion messages, respecting the fact that people have their own values and priorities, avoiding imposing concepts and knowing how to access the patient expectations.6