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- Title
Preventive strategies in early childhood caries management.
- Authors
Arumugam, Selvabalaji; Ekambareswaran, K.; Mani, Ishwarya
- Abstract
The video presentation is crafted to establish guidelines and strategies aimed at preventing, intervening, and managing early childhood caries (ECC) with the overarching objective of promoting optimal oral health in young children. The consequences of untreated ECC encompass severe dental decay, leading to pain, difficulty eating, and potential long-term effects on speech development and malocclusion, along with psychosocial implications. To address these challenges, the presentation advocates for a multifaceted approach, including comprehensive oral health education, community outreach, fluoride programs, prenatal and postnatal support, and enhanced access to dental care. Integration of oral health components into broader health-care policies, ongoing monitoring of ECC prevalence, and regular evaluations of program effectiveness are pivotal elements highlighted in the video. Furthermore, mechanisms for enforcement and compliance, involving penalties for noncompliance and incentives for active participation, are essential for the successful implementation of the strategies outlined in the presentation. In conclusion, by proactively addressing ECC through education, outreach, and preventive measures, the video presentation seeks to reduce the prevalence and mitigate the impact of ECC, ultimately fostering improved oral health outcomes for young children. Regular monitoring, evaluation, and evidence-based updates are integral components of the long-term success of the strategies presented in the video.
- Subjects
DENTAL health education; MALOCCLUSION; DENTAL caries; HEALTH education; ORAL health; DENTAL care; CHILDREN'S health
- Publication
Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, 2024, Vol 42, pS276
- ISSN
0970-4388
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.4103/jisppd.jisppd_59_24