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. 2010 Dec;27(4):206-12.

Tooth surface loss, prevalence and associated risk factors among 12-14 years school children in Khartoum State, Sudan

N M Sanhouri  1 , H M Ziada, G I Ahmed, A H Kamis
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  • PMID: 21473354

Tooth surface loss, prevalence and associated risk factors among 12-14 years school children in Khartoum State, Sudan

N M Sanhouri et al. Community Dent Health. 2010 Dec.

Abstract

Objectives: Investigate Tooth Surface Loss TSL, among 12-14 years school children in Khartoum State, Sudan; evaluate pattern, severity and determine relationship between TSL, dietary habits and socio-economical status.

Basic research design: Cross sectional survey among primary public and private schools.

Method and participants: Cluster sample of 1,138 12 to 14-year old students from both public and private school. Mild and moderate TSL was measured on buccal, lingual/palatal surfaces of maxillary and mandibular incisors and canines and occlusal, buccal, lingual/palatal surfaces of maxillary and mandibular premolars and molars. Surfaces scored according to criterion described by the National Survey of Child Dental Health.

Results: The prevalence of TSL was found to be 74%. Mild and moderate TSL was detected on palatal surfaces of maxillary central incisors followed by occlusal surfaces of mandibular molars. TSL into the pulp was not detected.

Conclusion: A high prevalence of 74% was found with mild and moderate TSL with no pulpal involvement. There was an association between consumption of erosive foods and the prevalence of TSL. Socio-economic status and gender did not present significant differences.

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