Abstract:Background: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a severe health problem that affects over two billion people worldwide. Data has shown that IDA is intrinsically related to dental caries. However, few studies have been performed on their relationship. Our study aimed to assess the correlation between a caries index score and hemoglobin (Hb) level in primary school students in the age group 6-12 years.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was done. A sample of forty patients; suffering from IDA; was selected from three … Show more
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