The Prevalence of Dental Caries and Periodontal Diseases Among Pupils Attending Special Needs Centers

Authors

  • Hiba Allah elnima Elkhwad

Abstract

Oral health is defined as “the state of being free from mouth and facial pain, oral and throat cancer, oral infection and sores, periodontal (gum) diseases, tooth decay, tooth loss, and other diseases and disorders that limit an individual’s capacity in biting, chowing, smiling, speaking, and (their) psychological wellbeing.” This article covers a descriptive cross-sectional study, using The WHO Oral health survey guidelines. The study was carried out among 149 pupils attending special needs centers in Wad Madani City, al Gazera State in 2017, of which 95 are males and 54 females.

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Published

2018-08-13

How to Cite

Allah elnima Elkhwad, H. (2018). The Prevalence of Dental Caries and Periodontal Diseases Among Pupils Attending Special Needs Centers. Social Innovations Journal, (50). Retrieved from https://socialinnovationsjournal.com/index.php/sij/article/view/12028