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[Unhealthy differences. Part II. Dental aspects].

R C Burgersdijk1, G J Truin

  • 1Vakgroep Cariologie en Endodontologie, subfaculteit Tandheelkunde, Katholieke Universiteit Nijmegen, postbus 9101, 6500 HB Nijmegen.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|February 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Dental caries in Dutch children has shifted, with low socioeconomic status (SES) groups and children of Turkish or Moroccan origin showing higher prevalence. Irregular brushing and fluoride use are key factors impacting oral health.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Historically, nearly all Dutch children had dental caries; current trends show a dichotomy of caries-free children versus those with high caries levels.
  • Low socioeconomic status (SES) groups exhibit the lowest percentage of caries-free children.
  • Children of Turkish or Moroccan origin within low SES groups historically had higher caries prevalence than Dutch children, though this gap is narrowing.

Purpose:

  • To analyze the current prevalence and distribution of dental caries in Dutch children.
  • To identify risk factors associated with dental caries in vulnerable pediatric populations.
  • To track changes in caries prevalence among different ethnic and socioeconomic groups over time.

Summary:

  • The Dutch child population is now divided into caries-free and high-caries groups, with low SES children being disproportionately affected.

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  • While children of Turkish or Moroccan origin in low SES brackets historically showed higher caries rates, recent trends indicate a decline in these disparities.
  • Irregular toothbrushing habits and inconsistent use of fluoride toothpaste are identified as primary contributors to the oral health status in at-risk children.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the persistent link between socioeconomic status and pediatric dental health outcomes.
    • Informs targeted public health interventions for improving oral hygiene in at-risk minority groups.
    • Underscores the critical role of consistent oral hygiene practices, including fluoride toothpaste use, in caries prevention among children.