Background:Dental caries is a multifactorial microbial infectious disease characterized by demineralization of the inorganic and destruction of the organic substance of the tooth. Early Childhood Caries(ECC) affects children at the early stages of development and can have a detrimental effect on their growth and development. Pediatricians are the first healthcare personnel that children come in contact with and should be trained to identify and screen dental caries cases and refer to the concerned dentist at the earliest. Objectives:The objectives of the study were to assess the level of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices related to Early Childhood Caries among Pediatricians in Udupi District. Material and Methods: A prospective study was conducted among Pediatricians in Udupi district, a 20-item google form questionnaire was sent by means of social media (Whatsapp). The responses obtained were used to assess their knowledge, attitude and practices. Results:The results of the study show that the pediatricians have good knowledge with respect to ECC, but need to improve on their attitude and practice with relation to ECC. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it was proven that Pediatricians have adequate knowledge with regard to ECC.

Aim:- The present study is aimed to compare and evaluate the remineralization potential of Sodium fluoride varnish alone and sodium fluoride varnish fortified with bioglass Material And Method:- caries like lesions were produced and surface microhardness was evaluated. The specimens were then divided into 2 groups with 36 teeth in each group, accordingly remineralization treatment was employed. 36 teeth were treated with sodium fluoride varnish (duraphat) (group 1) and 36 teeth with treated with sodium fluoride fortified with bioglass (Fluro dip bioactive) (group 2). During the next 10 days, the samples were subjected to a pH-cycling system, which simulated the intraoral conditions, surface microhardnesstesting was performed on the 11th day to evaluate remineralization. The values obtained were tabulated and statistically analyzed using one-way ANOVA. Result:- Significant remineralization was seen with sodium fluoride fortified with bioglass followed by sodium fluoride varnish. Conclusion:- The results of the study concluded that sodium fluoride varnish fortified with bioglass has better remineralizing potential than Sodium fluoride varnish alone and can be used to reduce caries advancements at the stage of early carious lesions.