Najma Sahito
Objective: The present study was to evaluate the prevalence of dental caries among school children and to find out the association of sociodemographic characteristics with the prevalence of dental caries. Design: This is the Cross-sectional and survey type study
Methodology: Study was conducted in schools of Hyderabad, Sindh. A total 100 Students aged 8-12 years were checked for presence of dental caries and asked about the hygienic habit and socio-demographic characteristics with the help of predesigned questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS.
Results: 100 students contributed in the present study the generally prevalence of dental caries was found to be 90%. The prevalence of dental caries was higher between students belonging to family having less income. The prevalence was decrease between students belonging to family having high income.
Conclusion: Dental caries would be prevented by appropriate hygienic ways. Dental awareness among students and their parents should be prompted for prevention of this condition. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent further damage and can save the teeth. Dental and dietary habits are likely to increase this prevalence; hence the need for continuous monitoring, preventive and restorative programmes.
