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Dental caries and treatment needs of children (6-10 years) in rural Udaipur, Rajasthan
| Content Provider | Scilit |
|---|---|
| Author | Dhar, Vineet Bhatnagar, Maheep Dhar, V. Bhatnagar, M. |
| Copyright Year | 2009 |
| Abstract | Objective : This study was done to examine caries prevalence and corresponding treatment needs in school children of rural areas of Udaipur, Rajasthan. Materials and Methods : A total of 750 children of rural areas in the age group of 6-10 years were examined, using WHO index, to record the prevalence of dental caries and treatment needs. The results were subjected to statistical analysis using chi square test. Results : Dental caries was found in 63.20% children, and 85.07% children needed dental treatment. The highest need was of one surface filling (85.73%) followed by sealant (51.20%). Conclusion : Dental caries showed to be a significant health issue in the rural population requiring immediate attention. |
| Related Links | http://www.ijdr.in/article.asp?issn=0970-9290;year=2009;volume=20;issue=3;spage=256;epage=260;aulast=Dhar;type=2 |
| Ending Page | 260 |
| Page Count | 5 |
| Starting Page | 256 |
| File Format | XHTML |
| ISSN | 09709290 |
| e-ISSN | 19983603 |
| DOI | 10.4103/0970-9290.57352 |
| Journal | Indian Journal of Dental Research |
| Issue Number | 3 |
| Volume Number | 20 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Medknow |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Ethnic Studies Dental Caries Prevalence Treatment Needs Rajasthan Indian Journal of Dental Research, Volume 20, Issue 3 |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
| Subject | Dentistry Medicine |
