Early childhood caries and its associated factors among 5-years-old Myanmar children.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Children's oral health plays a crucial role in their overall well-being and there is a significant gap in our understanding of early childhood caries (ECC) in Myanmar. This study aims to bridge this knowledge deficit by investigating the prevalence, causes, and potential interventions for ECC in the Myanmar population, providing crucial insights for future dental health policies and practices.

Methods

Generally healthy 5-year-old kindergarten children from 7 districts in city were recruited. ECC was assessed through clinical examinations using decayed, missed, filled teeth (dmft). Additionally, demographic data of the children and their caregivers, along with information about the children's oral health-related behaviors, were gathered using a structured questio

SUBMITTER: Min SN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10850244 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature