Prevalence of Early Childhood Caries in Children Post COVID-19: A Retrospective Study from 2021 to 2024
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/72gk8032Keywords:
Early Childhood Caries, COVID-19, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral HealthAbstract
Background: Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a major public health issue, significantly impacting children under six. The COVID-19 pandemic altered dietary habits, oral hygiene routines, and healthcare accessibility, potentially influencing ECC prevalence.
Aim: This retrospective study aimed to assess the prevalence of ECC among children aged 0–6 years post-pandemic (2021–2024) and evaluate contributing factors.
Downloads
References
Gupta A, et al. Prevalence of Early Childhood Caries in India - A Systematic Review. J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 2017;35(4):327-332.
Mahesh KP, et al. Prevalence of Dental Caries among School Children in Chennai: A Cross-Sectional Study. J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 2016;34(2):153-158.
Sarumathi T, et al. Prevalence of Early Childhood Caries and Its Association with Feeding Habits among Preschool Children in Chennai City. J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent
Downloads
Published
Issue
Section
License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
You are free to:
- Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format for any purpose, even commercially.
- Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
- The licensor cannot revoke these freedoms as long as you follow the license terms.
Under the following terms:
- Attribution — You must give appropriate credit , provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made . You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.
- No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.
Notices:
You do not have to comply with the license for elements of the material in the public domain or where your use is permitted by an applicable exception or limitation .
No warranties are given. The license may not give you all of the permissions necessary for your intended use. For example, other rights such as publicity, privacy, or moral rights may limit how you use the material.
