ArticleBMC oral health2025
The effects of familial factors on the early childhood caries of preschool children: a cross-sectional study.
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- Parental and Caregiver Characteristics and Early Childhood Oral Health: A Cross-Sectional Study.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Risk factors of early childhood caries among preschool children in Shanghai, China: a longitudinal study.Frontiers in oral health · 2025Article
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Abstract
introductionEarly childhood caries (ECC) are highly prevalent globally. This study aims to identify evidence-based familial factors to increase the risk-based management of ECC.
methodsA total of 405 children (aged 0-72 months) presented to the pediatric dentistry department within 2 years were observed via a dental mirror and explorer under dental unit lighting. ECC was diagnosed via visual examination using World Health Organization (WHO) and International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS) scores. A total of 405 mothers and 399 fathers were interviewed in this study, and a questionnaire regarding parental variables was completed.
resultsMost parents with low education levels visit the dental clinic when their child experiences pain or any complaint within 0-72 months. Maternal age was found to affect DMFT (Decayed, Missed, and Filled Permanent Teeth) scores. A statistically significant difference was found between the mean DMFT score according to the age of the mother at the time of delivery (p = 0.045). This study revealed a greater tendency of parents with a high education status to use fluoride. Parents of children without ECC were significantly more likely to have good oral hygiene habits, especially those with dental floss.
conclusionECC was found to be related to parents' habits and attention. Health providers should consider parents' knowledge, be aware of many aspects that could contribute to caries balance, and provide anticipatory guidance to parents regarding appropriate dental visits.
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