Practices
| Very conforming N (%) | Conforming N (%) | Neutral N (%) | Non-conforming N (%) | Very non-conforming N (%) | |
| P1: You will attend lectures on the topic of wisdom teeth and other oral health problems that can arise throughout your life, or you can acquire knowledge about the risks and wisdom teeth extraction through books and online resources. | 931 (26.88%) | 1100 (31.79%) | 803 (23.17%) | 417 (12.04%) | 216 (6.23%) |
| P2: If you are prescribed medication, it is essential to thoroughly read the instructions to comprehend its proper usage and potential adverse effects. | 858 (24.77%) | 1044 (30.16%) | 631 (18.23%) | 639 (18.48%) | 295 (8.53%) |
| P3: Regularly, you conscientiously monitor your oral health by visiting the dental clinic. | 751 (21.70%) | 905 (26.14%) | 1041 (30.06%) | 567 (16.39%) | 203 (5.87%) |
| P4: When brushing your teeth, use a soft toothbrush and pay careful attention to cleaning the back row of wisdom teeth, neighbouring teeth and gums. | 1140 (32.92%) | 1388 (40.08%) | 677 (19.55%) | 154 (4.45%) | 108 (3.12%) |
| P5: To address areas that a toothbrush cannot effectively reach during oral cleaning, use dental floss to clean the crevices. | 1379 (39.83%) | 1368 (39.49%) | 345 (9.96%) | 256 (7.40%) | 119 (3.44%) |
| P6: As part of your routine, you regularly rinse your mouth with mouthwash to maintain good oral hygiene. | 1141 (32.95%) | 1446 (41.77%) | 384 (11.08%) | 308 (8.90%) | 188 (5.44%) |
| P7: Regarding your diet, you are conscious of reducing the consumption of sugary or spicy foods, and you promptly clean food debris through methods like brushing and flossing. | 944 (27.32%) | 1277 (36.90%) | 822 (23.75%) | 278 (8.05%) | 146 (4.23%) |
| P8: You will inform your family or friends about the hazards of wisdom teeth and remind them to seek medical attention or promptly have their wisdom teeth removed, if necessary. | 1062 (30.70%) | 113 (3.27%) | 895 (25.87%) | 274 (7.92%) | 123 (3.56%) |
| P9: You are capable of evaluating the risks and benefits associated with wisdom teeth extraction and accepting your doctor’s treatment recommendations. | 1551 (44.79%) | 1354 (39.10%) | 396 (11.45%) | 119 (3.44%) | 47 (1.36%) |
| P10: You remain vigilant for symptoms such as swollen gums, teeth pain and a foul taste in the mouth. | 880 (25.43%) | 1117 (32.28%) | 785 (22.69%) | 525 (15.17%) | 160 (4.63%) |
| P11: You have the ability to evaluate issues and make adjustments gradually based on your experiences with wisdom teeth prevention or treatment. | 1094 (31.61%) | 1496 (43.24%) | 633 (18.29%) | 167 (4.83%) | 77 (2.23%) |