Impact of early childhood caries on oral health‐related quality of life: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Zaror, Carlos; Matamala-Santander, Andrea; Ferrer, M.; Rivera-Mendoza, Fernando; Espinoza-Espinoza, Gerardo; Martinez‐Zapata, Maria José

doi:10.1111/idh.12494

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“…From 72 worldwide studies between 1998 and 2018, the mean prevalence rate of ECC at one year of age was approximately 17%, and this rate was projected to be higher than 50% at the age of five years [ 2 ]. The disease has a wide range of negative impacts on the quality of life of children, and the effects vary depending on the extent of the carious lesion [ 3 , 4 ]. Surgical management of ECC is very distressing not only for children but also for their families and dentists because of the limited cooperative ability of children.…”

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Is Silver Diamine Fluoride Effective in Arresting Enamel Caries? A Randomized Clinical Trial

Phonghanyudh

Duangthip

Mabangkhru

et al. 2022

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Background: There is limited information on the effectiveness of 38% silver diamine fluoride (SDF) in managing enamel caries. Objective: This study aimed to compare effectiveness of 38% SDF and 5% Sodium fluoride (NaF) varnish in arresting enamel caries in young children when applied semiannually over 18 months. Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted on children aged 1–3 years who had at least one active carious surface. They were allocated into two groups: Group 1 (38% SDF) and Group 2 (5% NaF varnish). Visual-tactile examination was used to assess extent of carious lesions. Enamel caries that did not progress to dentin were classified as having caries arrest. Intention-to-treat analysis was performed. Results: At baseline, 290 children with 1974 tooth surfaces with enamel caries were recruited. Caries arrest rates at the tooth surface level in Group 1 and Group 2 were 59.1% and 58.8%, respectively (p = 0.873), at 18 months. The multilevel logistic regression analysis revealed that tooth position, tooth surface, extent of enamel caries at baseline, caries experience, and brushing with fluoride toothpaste influenced caries arrest (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The semiannual application of 38% SDF and 5% NaF varnish had comparable effectiveness in arresting enamel caries in primary teeth.

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Is Silver Diamine Fluoride Effective in Arresting Enamel Caries? A Randomized Clinical Trial

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Duangthip

Mabangkhru

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“…4 Furthermore, it is well reported that the quality of life of preschool children is negatively affected due to ECC. 7 The etiology of ECC is a result of the interaction of bacteria, mainly Streptococcus mutans (SM), with the fermentable carbohydrate on a susceptible tooth structure over a specific duration. 8 However, recent efforts have focused on social determinants that influence the development and progression of ECC and not only biological factors.…”

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

2021

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Objectives The aims of the present study were to evaluate the level of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward early childhood caries (ECC) in a group of Qatari parents and to assess the association of sociodemographic factors on their KAP. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional study which was based on a piloted self-administered questionnaire was conveniently distributed to parents who attended the Pediatric Dentistry Section, Hamad Dental Center (HDC), Doha, Qatar. The questionnaire comprised four parts which asked about sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices. A score for each domain was given based on the percentage of correct answers. Statistical Analysis Descriptive and analytical statistics were employed. For descriptive statistics, frequency of distribution in relation to sociodemographic characteristics and responses to items of the questionnaire were presented. For analytical statistics, associations between independent variables and KAP were employed using Chi-squared tests. Results The overall mean scores of KAP were 60.8%, 65.6% and 72.7%, respectively. Females had significantly higher percentages of correct answers than males (p = 0.001). Only 20% of females had poor knowledge, while it was 40% in males. Parents with university or higher degrees had significantly higher percentage of good attitudes than parents with preparatory or less education (p = 0.05). Areas that necessitated improvement by parents included the following: the amount of toothpaste needed for brushing, signs of tooth demineralization, bacteria that causes tooth decay can be transmitted from mother to her child, and tooth decay can be transmitted by sharing utensils (i.e., spoons, forks). Conclusions The overall KAP of parents toward ECC was relatively fair. However, certain socioeconomic factors (SEF) seemed to influence each domain, and areas of improvement are needed. Areas of improvement are needed in each domain. Mothers were significantly more knowledgeable than fathers regarding oral health issues of their children. Highly educated parents demonstrated better attitudes than the less educated. Continuous educational programs coordinated by health regulatory bodies should be introduced to improve parents' KAP regarding ECC risk factors and prevention.

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“…The delimitation of areas with a higher risk of caries and a greater need for public access to dental treatment should assist in the formulation of policies and management of resources by public health services to address this issue 32 . Furthermore ECC has a negative impacton oral health-related quality of life of both preschoolers and their families 34 .…”

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The prevalence of caries in the primary dentition and associated factors in children in the city of Parnaíba-Piauí

Lira

Fontenele²,

Sousa

et al. 2022

Rev Odontol Bras Central

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Aim: To evaluate the prevalence of caries in primary dentition in preschoolers in Parnaíba, Brazil and identify associated factors. Material and Methods: The sample studies were children in primary dentition aged between two and six years. Both the children and their parents or guardians agreed to the child’s participation in the study. Those preschoolers with syndromes or special needs, those who did not tolerate the dental examination and those with a fixed orthodontic appliance were excluded. The questionnaire was completed by a parent or guardian of each child and the 360 children’s teeth were examined, using the International Caries Detection and Assessment System (ICDAS). The data were dichotomized as presence of cavity related to caries - caries free and non-cavitated lesions (ICDAS 0, 1 and 2) and cavitated lesions (ICDAS ≥3).The presence of early childhood caries was determined and cavitation of the carious process was evaluated. Indications for necessary extraction of any primary teeth due to the carious process were noted. Results: The prevalence of caries in our sample of two to five-year-old children was 43.3% (p<0.05), with no significant difference between ages or genders. The majority of children (84.6%) presented with caries in two or more teeth. Only 15.38% of these children had caries in a single tooth. The most commonly affected tooth was number 75, followed by teeth 55, 54 and 84. The prevalence of caries in preschoolers was found to be correlated with low socioeconomic status and poor quality of life. Conclusion: The prevalence of caries in preschool children was 43.3%. Several factors were associated with dental caries in primary dentition. Children with caries were unlikely to use dental floss or brush their tongues, were only taken for dental treatment when they experienced oral pain and had parents who did not consider brushing teeth after a meal to be important.

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Impact of early childhood caries on oral health‐related quality of life: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Cited by 71 publications

References 63 publications

Is Silver Diamine Fluoride Effective in Arresting Enamel Caries? A Randomized Clinical Trial

Is Silver Diamine Fluoride Effective in Arresting Enamel Caries? A Randomized Clinical Trial

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Parents on Early Childhood Caries in Qatar—A Questionnaire Study

The prevalence of caries in the primary dentition and associated factors in children in the city of Parnaíba-Piauí

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