Abstract

We examined 860 children aged 6 to 12 years in eight schools using WHO criteria. Caries prevalence was 54% in primary and 31% in permanent teeth. Frequent consumption of sugary snacks and irregular tooth brushing were the strongest risk factors, supporting school-based preventive programmes.

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dental carieschildrenprevalenceoral health

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Author, A., Sheikh, F., & Kumar, R. (2026). Prevalence of dental caries among school children: a cross-sectional survey. Dentistry Tomorrow, 1(1), 1-7. https://www.tomorrowpublication.com/dentistry/article/9
Author A, Sheikh F, Kumar R. Prevalence of dental caries among school children: a cross-sectional survey. Dent Tomorrow. 2026;1(1):1-7. Available from: https://www.tomorrowpublication.com/dentistry/article/9
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