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Correlation between prevalence of dental caries and oral hygiene practices among children in Bhubaneswar city, India.

Dipmalla Sahoo, Priyanka Kalimireddy, Jnana Ranjan Swain, Ujala Patnaik, Sonu Acharya, Susant Mohanty

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Dipmalla SahooDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Priyanka KalimireddyDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Jnana Ranjan SwainDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Ujala PatnaikDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Sonu AcharyaDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Susant MohantyDepartment of Pediatrics and Preventive Dentistry, Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be) University,Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.

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Abstract

Oral health is vital for systemic well-being as it supports nutrition, social interaction and confidence. Hence, a cross-sectional study among 4800 children aged 6-3 years in Bhubaneswar assessed the link between dental caries and oral hygiene practices. Higher caries prevalence was seen in the 6-9 years group, with no significant sex differences. Caries was strongly associated with brushing frequency and was higher in children using non-fluoridated toothpaste. Proper brushing with fluoridated toothpaste and additional hygiene aids can reduce dental diseases and improve overall health in children.

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childrendental cariesOral healthoral hygiene practices

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