Prevention and Treatment of Early Childhood Caries (ECC)

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey .
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Health Problem ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Missing Teeth ◽  
Optimal Basis ◽  
Major Health Problem ◽  
Major Health ◽  
Childhood Caries

Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a chronic disease that can be prevented. It commonlyaffects children involving in one or more decayed (with lesions or not) teeth, missing teeth (dueto caries), or teeth with fillings in children aged under 71 months. The disease is sometimesoverlooked, but this condition usually affects the general health of children. Early detection ofEarly Childhood Caries (ECC) can prevent problems which are harmful to children. Therefore,the ECC must be prevented and for teeth that have had dental caries they should be givenproper treatment so as not to worsen and affect the quality of life in children. Prevention of thisdisease is a significant component in any health program to prepare for the optimal basis forthe oral health of children. This condition will become a serious health problem if not handledproperly, and it is a major health problem for health providers throughout the world.Primarypreventive must be initiated since a woman getting pregnant.Keywords: Early Childhood Caries (ECC), prevention, treatment

scholarly journals Early Childhood Caries: Epidemiology, Aetiology, and Prevention

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Meyer ◽  
J. Enax
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Oral Care ◽  
Rapid Progression ◽  
Poor Oral Hygiene ◽  
Caries Epidemiology ◽  
Oral Microorganisms ◽  
Childhood Caries

Early childhood caries (ECC) is one of the most prevalent diseases in children worldwide. ECC is driven by a dysbiotic state of oral microorganisms mainly caused by a sugar-rich diet. Additionally, poor oral hygiene or insufficient dental plaque removal leads to the rapid progression of ECC. ECC leads not only to dental destruction and pain with children, but also affects the quality of life of the caregivers. Children with extensive ECC are at high risk to develop caries with the permanent dentition or will have other problems with speaking and/or eating. To prevent ECC, several strategies should be taken into account. Children should brush their teeth with toothpastes containing gentle ingredients, such as mild surfactants and agents showing antiadherent properties regarding oral microorganisms. Parents/caregivers have to help their children with brushing the teeth. Furthermore, remineralizing and nontoxic agents should be included into the toothpaste formulation. Two promising biomimetic agents for children’s oral care are amorphous calcium phosphate [Cax(PO4)ynH2O] and hydroxyapatite [Ca5(PO4)3(OH)].

scholarly journals Socioeconomic characteristics of the parents and the risk prediction of early childhood caries

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Wahyu Aji Wibowo ◽  
Retno Indrawati Roestamadji ◽  
Retno Pudji Rahayu
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Risk Prediction ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Major Health Problem ◽  
Socioeconomic Characteristics ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Childhood Caries

Background: The high prevalence of early childhood caries still becomes a major health problem. It is because children prefer to consume sweet foods, which are also cariogenic. The oral mucosa is a mirror of general health or any systemic disease which usually shows visible symptoms in the oral cavity. Dental caries in children is often related to the socioeconomic characteristics of the parents. Some references suggest that there is a relationship between the socioeconomic status with the incidence of caries. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of socioeconomic characteristics of the parents with the risk prediction of early childhood caries by using cariogram approach to the elementary school students in Wonosobo. Method: The research is an observational analytic study with cross-sectional approach survey method. The research sampling uses proportional random sampling with 201 respondents of fifth graders. The socioeconomic status is measured through questionnaires, while the risk prediction of early childhood caries is measured by using cariogram. The research data analysis uses Spearman rank. Result: The results of the study show that the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents’ parents mostly belong in the middle category as many as 145 respondents (72.1%), lower category as many as 31 respondents (15.4%) and in the upper category as many as 25 respondents (12.4%). Prediction of the respondents avoiding early childhood caries is 55%, while the prediction of the respondents being risked of having early childhood caries is 45%. The results of data analysis show that the relationship between the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents’ parents and the risk of having early childhood caries for the respondents is p<0.05. Conclusion: There is a relationship between the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents’ parents with the early childhood caries, which shows that the higher the socioeconomic status of the parents, the lower the risk of the respondents from having early childhood caries.

scholarly journals ETIOLOGI, DAMPAK DAN MANAJEMEN EARLY CHILDHOOD CARIES (ECC)

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 57-60
Author(s):  
ES. Yuni Astuti ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Adult Life ◽  
Rehabilitative Treatment ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mother To Child ◽  
Childhood Caries

Early childhood caries (ECC) is one of the most prevalent diseases in children worldwide. Streptococcus Mutans is the main bacteria that have a strong association with ECC, and these bacteria can be transmitted from mother to child. ECC does not only affect children’s oral health but also the general health of the children and the end affects their quality of life. The impacts of ECC such as problems with sleeping, speaking eating, premature loss of primary dentition, and this condition often leads to orthodontic problems in adult life. Management of ECC has begun preventive strategies, curative and rehabilitative treatment also. As we know the etiology and management of ECC, the impact can be avoided, and the children still have a good quality of life.

scholarly journals Oral rehabilitation in a child with early childhood caries: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fernanda Miori PASCON ◽  
Carolina STEINER-OLIVEIRA ◽  
Priscila Alves GIOVANI ◽  
Regina Maria PUPPIN-RONTANI ◽  
Kamila Rosamilia KANTOVITZ
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Pediatric Dentistry ◽  
Functional Rehabilitation ◽  
Oral Rehabilitation ◽  
Childhood Caries

ABSTRACT The aim of the current study is to present a treatment approach in a case of severe early childhood caries (ECC). A 5-year-old girl was referred to the Pediatric Dentistry Division with multiple premature tooth loss, masticatory difficulties, prolonged breast-feeding, and low quality of life, who was diagnosed with severe ECC. A three-phased treatment plan was implemented: 1. Disease control – consisting of behavioral changes in oral hygiene habits, diet guidance, professional biofilm removal followed by fluoride application and temporary restorations; 2. Infection control – teeth extractions and pulpotomy; and 3. Functional rehabilitation – direct and semi-indirect resin restorations, a removable partial and total prostheses in the lower and upper jaws, respectively. In conclusion, the proposed multidisciplinary approach resulted in a positive impact on the patient’s nutrition and growth, speech production, communication, self-image, and social functioning leading to an improved quality of life.

scholarly journals Percepção materna sobre qualidade de vida de crianças portadoras de cárie na primeira infância: um estudo piloto

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vlamir Oliveira da Silva ◽  
Marcelle Danelon ◽  
Marília Andrade Figueiredo de Oliveira ◽  
Nathalia Cristina Tavella e Silva ◽  
Eliana Mendes de Souza Teixeira Roque
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Preschool Children ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Childhood Caries

Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi compreender a percepção materna sobre a qualidade de vida de crianças, portadoras de cárie na primeira infância (CPI). Material e Método: O objeto de estudo foram seis mães de crianças em tratamento na Clínica de Odontologia da Universidade de Ribeirão Preto. Realizou-se entrevista semi-estruturada gravada. Os dados foram analisados segundo a técnica de Análise de Conteúdo proposta por Bardin e utilizando-se os conceitos teóricos oriundos de Bronfembrenner para avaliar aspectos da CPI que interferem no pleno desenvolvimento da pessoa desde a infância. Depreendeu-se dos dados, 03 categorias empíricas: 1ª - “o dente natural é tudo”; 2ª - “ Procura o dentista quando tem dor” e 3ª - “A mãe tem responsabilidade no aparecimento da cárie porque não limpa a boca da criança”. Resultados: Os resultados demonstraram que a influência dos aspectos sócio-econômicos e educacionais das mães tornam as crianças mais vulneráveis à CPI. As mães compreendem a importância dos dentes na saúde bucal, porém, não atribuem a presença da CPI a predispor as crianças ao desenvolvimento de problemas sistêmicos e afetar o desenvolvimento biopsicossocial. As mães apontaram falhas no atendimento das crianças e de acesso ao serviço público, assim como, o despreparo dos profissionais do serviço público e privado. Conclusão: Conclui-se que que existe necessidade de ampliação de medidas socioeducativas tanto para mães quanto crianças, assim como estratégias que visem formar e ampliar o conhecimento coletivo em saúde bucal e melhoria da Política Nacional da Saúde Bucal.Descritores: Comportamento Materno; Qualidade de Vida, Cárie Dentária; Saúde da Criança.ReferênciasCalcagnile F, Pietrunti D, Pranno N, Di Giorgio G, Ottolenghi L, Vozza I. Oral health knowledge in pre-school children: A survey among parents in central Italy. J Clin Exp Dent. 2019:11:e327-33.Chase I, Berkowitz RJ, Proskin HM, Weinstein P BR. 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scholarly journals Assesment of the Impact of Severe Early Childhood Caries on the Quality of Life of Preschool Children and their Parents

2020 ◽  
pp. 20-25
Author(s):  
Maria MTALSI
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Preventive Program ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Childhood Caries

Objective: The aim of the present study was to assess the prevalence of the early childhood caries (S-ECC) and its impact on preschool children’s life (aged 4-6), as well as on their parents, in one of the most popular prefectures in Casablanca, Morocco. Materials and Methods: Parents of 546 children attending 11 randomly selected preschools (7 private and 4 public institutions) were invited to complete 13 items of an oral health questionnaire and had their children undergo a dental examination. The quality of life was evaluated using the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS). Statistical analysis: The data collected were analyzed using the SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). To find the comparison between groups, Chi-square test was used. Results: The prevalence of the ECC and the S-ECC were 74.2% and 47.3% respectively. The negative effect of S-ECC on children’s quality of life has many aspects: 59.3% of them have experienced tooth pain, 41.5% have reported eating difficulties, and 41.3% have had drinking difficulties. Moreover, 40% of parents expressed feelings of guilt and 10.6% had to take time off work due to their children’s oral health status. On another note, the financial impact of the S-ECC was also significant. Conclusion: The S-ECC negatively impacts the life quality of children aged between 4 and 6 years old in addition to their parents’. This suggests a need for further strategic planning and preventive program adapted to such a public health problem.

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