Prevalence, factors, and prevention of dental caries in children in Latin america
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Technology dental, orthodontics, dental Equipment. (Source, DeCS).Abstract
Objective: To analyze the prevalence, factors, and prevention of dental caries in children in Latin America. Method: Descriptive documentary review of 15 articles located in PubMed database. Conclusion: Among the causal factors of this pathology, carbohydrate intake, poor oral hygiene and socioeconomic factors stand out. Among the prevention methods, the use of fluoride, consumption of fluoridated water, oral hygiene habits, oral health awareness among parents and children, frequent dental visits and a healthy diet are mentioned.
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