Aim: The aim of the study is to assess the knowledge, attitude and awareness of parents in oral health care of their children in prevention of early childhood caries.
Objectives: The objectives of this study,
• To assess the existing knowledge in prevention of early childhood caries
• Awareness in maintaining good oral health for their children
Materials and Methods: A structured, self-administered validated close ended questionnaire was distributed to 100 parents who accompanied their children for dental treatment in Saveetha dental hospital, Chennai. The data from the questionnaire was evaluated, analysed and the results were obtained.
Results: It was observed that very few parents were aware of the oral health of preschool children on early childhood caries.
Impact Factor
2022: 6.012
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