Enamel defects and caries prevalence in preterm children aged 5-10 years in Dubai - Paperback
Enamel defects and caries prevalence in preterm children aged 5-10 years in Dubai - Paperback
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by Mawlood Kowash (Author), Manal Al Halabi (Author), Iyad Hussein (Author)
Enamel defects (EDs) are commonly reported dental findings in preterm/low birthweight children. EDs potentially increase caries susceptibility. The aim of this study to assess the prevalence of EDs and dental caries in a group of preterm children (aged 5-10 years) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Methodology: A retrospective cohort study of medical records of 62 preterm children (mean age 8.1 1.54) and 62 full-term children (mean age 8.1 1.73) of both genders born in a UAE children's hospital were studied. These children were dentally assessed for EDs and caries by a calibrated examiner.
Results: EDs were 4.34 times more prevalent among preterm children [odd ratio (OR) = 4.338, CI 95% [2.010-9.366]. The prevalence of EDs in the pre-term group was 58.15%, significantly higher (P
Conclusion: EDs and dental caries in permanent dentition in the pre-term group were significantly higher than the full-term group.
