ArticleClinical and experimental dental research2025
Impact of Traumatic Dental Injuries on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Among Primary School Children in Dar es Salaam.
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- How Well Are Dental Students Equipped to Handle Traumatic Dental Injuries in Children?Australian endodontic journal : the journal of the Australian Society of Endodontology Inc · 2026Observational
- Prevalence, risk factors, and psychosocial impact of self-reported recurrent oral ulceration among Palestinian medical and dental students: a multicenter cross-sectional study.BMC oral health · 2026Article
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objectivesTraumatic dental injuries (TDIs) are a significant concern in pediatric populations, affecting children's oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) and overall development. This study aims to examine TDI prevalence, types, risk factors, and impacts on OHRQoL among Tanzanian school children. MATERIALS AND
methodsEmploying a cross-sectional analytical approach, the study assessed TDIs in school children aged 8-10 in Ilala district, Tanzania, using a multistage cluster sampling technique. Data collection employed structured questionnaires and clinical examinations, applying Ellis and Davey's classification and the Child Perception Questionnaire (CPQ 8-10) for TDIs and OHRQoL assessments, respectively. Statistical analyses included frequency distributions, chi-square, Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests, and binary logistic regression.
resultsAmong 501 participants, 25.1% reported previous oral trauma with a TDI prevalence of 37.5%. Crown fractures were the most common injury (79.8%), with significant associations found between TDI prevalence and inadequate lip coverage (p = 0.037) and overjet (p < 0.001). Over 60% experienced an oral impact, notably in oral symptoms (52.5%), emotional well-being (25.1%), and functional limitation (22.8%) domains. Children with TDIs showed higher OHRQoL impacts on emotional and social well-being domains.
conclusionsThe high prevalence of TDIs among Tanzanian school children significantly impacts their OHRQoL, emphasizing the need for comprehensive pediatric dental care approaches that encompass preventive strategies and address the multifaceted aspects of oral health.
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