Childhood Caries: A Global Concern
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The letter highlights childhood caries remaining a widespread issue, with prevalence varying globally. Evidence emphasizes optimal fluoride use, regular brushing, and water fluoridation as key preventive measures. Addressing low fluoride levels in Middle Eastern water supplies through public health initiatives and education is essential to reduce caries rates.
Authors: Mawj Alalawi,, BDs, Haider Al-Saffar, MPharm,, BDs, Muhammad Hassaan Tahir,, BDs, Rasha Alafaleg, BDs, MSc, PhD,, AFHEA
Institution: UK Biobank
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6968075259
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