Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI)

A six-session CBI Intervention component will be used with the TEST GROUP I. This will examine a cognitive behavioral intervention designed to improve tooth brushing and oral hygiene. The components include oral health education, values-based activities, motivational interviewing, goal setting, problem solving skills, cognitive restructuring, verbal reinforcement and stress management.

A Colgate smart toothbrush that provides the user with details on toothbrushing habits and frequency