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Caries experience and oral hygiene status of children suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Prakash Chandra1, Latha Anandakrishna, Prayas Ray
1Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, M S Ramaiah Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore, India.
Objective:
The study was conducted to determine the caries experience and oral hygiene status of children suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and was compared with that of non-ADHD children.
Study Design:
A total of 80 children, including 40 ADHD and 40 non-ADHD children were included in the study. A visual dental examination for dental caries was performed and oral hygiene status of these children was determined. The parent/guardian completed a questionnaire concerning the child's behavior followed by questionnaire to the child regarding oral hygiene practices and food habits.
Results:
Student-t test and chi-square test showed that children with ADHD had significantly higher defs score, mean plaque score in compared to that of non-ADHD children. Statistical significant differences were also found out in relation with frequency of tooth brushing and consumption of sugary food among the children suffering from ADHD.
Conclusion:
Caries prevalence in the primary dentition is increased in the children suffering from ADHD due to poor oral hygiene and increased consumption of sugary foods.
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