Association of oral hygiene habits and food intake with the risk of dental caries among undergraduate university women in Saudi Arabia

Musaiger, Abdulrahman O.; Al‐Mannai, Mariam; Abduljawad, Eman A.

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“…Amin and Al‐Abad observed that maternal working conditions, large family size and poor oral hygiene practices were the chief predictors for dental caries among Saudi school‐going children. The frequent intake of milk, fruit and vegetables was found to protect against dental caries, whereas the consumption of chocolate and soft drinks for the same period was found to be a risk factor for dental caries among undergraduate university women from Saudi Arabia . Studies on diverse global populations have also linked multiple socio‐economic factors including male gender, education, income, dietary habits and medication, with the occurrence of dental caries .…”

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Potential risk factors for dental caries in Type 2 diabetic patients

Almusawi

Gosadi

Abidia

et al. 2018

Int J Dental Hygiene

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Potential risk factors for dental caries in Type 2 diabetic patients

Almusawi

Gosadi

Abidia

et al. 2018

Int J Dental Hygiene

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“…This is due to their religion as many Jain individuals avoid brushing their teeth, especially during fasting. [9] It has been shown that toothbrushing frequency is associated with a higher risk of caries[10111213] and periodontal diseases. [14151617] However, frequencies of mechanical removal of plaque up to 24 h were reported to be enough to prevent an increase in the severity of gingival inflammation (in patients with no history of periodontitis).…”

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Oral behavior and dental status of orthodox christian priests and monks

Avdeenko

Новикова

Turkina

et al. 2019

J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent

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Aims and Objectives: Common conditions of daily routine and diet may affect the dental status of individuals in organized groups and professional communities. The aim of this study was to reveal the specific aspects of dental status in orthodox priests and monks of the Yaroslavl region, Russia. Materials and Methods: Dental assessment of 311 participants (111 monks; 111 priests; and 90 local residents, not clergymen – as a control group) was performed, including Decayed, Missed, Filled Teeth, oral hygiene index (simplified), gingival, and Modified Papillary Bleeding Indices (MPBIs). The participants completed a questionnaire on food habits and awareness concerning dental health preservation. Statistical Analysis Used: Statistical analysis of the data was performed in SPSS software with the use of Shapiro–Wilk, Dunn's, Fisher tests, z-test as well as Spearman correlation, and ANOVA. Results: The median values of MPBI in monks were higher than in the groups of priests and local residents ( P = 0.005). The differences in number of missing teeth were significantly higher in priests compared with local residents ( P = 0.011), and the number of filled teeth was significantly higher in priests ( P = 0.006) and local residents ( P = 0.007) compared with monks. Wedge-shaped defects and erosions were more prevalent in the groups of priests (0.0018 and 0.001, respectively) and monks (0.004 and 0.001, respectively). ANOVA resulted in statistically significant influence of teeth brushing frequency and frequency of food intake on hygienic and periodontal indices values. Conclusions: The increased prevalence of some dental diseases among priests and monks could be attributed to the specific diet, lifestyle, and limited access to dental care.

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“…Previous studies have reported that young females in Saudi Arabia are likely to neglect oral hygiene habits and follow poor dietary habits. [29] Economic rush has been considered an important factor in changing dietary and oral health habits of the Saudis. [30] However, one should be careful in interpreting the results of this study since Al Madinah is a cosmopolitan city and its residents come from almost all over the Muslim world.…”

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A retrospective analysis of radiographic jaw findings in young women; prevalence and predictors

Khateeb

Abu‐Hammad

Fadel

et al. 2017

J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent

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Aims and Objectives:To determine the prevalence and types of jaw pathologic findings as detected in panoramic radiographs of a sample of young women attending a teaching hospital in Al Madinah Al Munawarah, Saudi Arabia, and to determine the most important factors that predict the occurrence of jaw pathologic findings.Materials and Methods:The electronic clinical files of a representative sample of female patients who attended the outpatient dental clinics were retrieved. Patients were aged 18 to 25 years. Types of pathologic radiographic jaw findings and their prevalence were determined through screening of panoramic radiographs. Data were analyzed using the statistical analysis software [SPSS version 21 (IBM Corp.)]. Multiple linear regression was used to explore the significance of some types of dental lesions as predictor variables for the occurrence of jaw pathologic findings.Results:A total of 190 patients (mean age, 22.4 ± 2.46 years) were included in the study. Periapical lesions, retained roots, and alveolar bone loss were detected in 53.6%, 24.8%, and 17.4% of the participants, respectively. Other odontogenic abnormalities such as supernumerary and impacted teeth (6.4% and 33.7%, respectively) were also detected. Patients' age was found to be a good predictor for alveolar bone loss and number of periapical lesions (P ≤ 0.05).Conclusions:A high prevalence of periapical lesions, retained roots, and alveolar bone loss was found among a sample of young female dental attendees, as shown by their panoramic radiographs. Further studies are needed to explore potential risk factors for such a noticeable trend of poor oral health, and the needed strategies to counteract this trend.

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Association of oral hygiene habits and food intake with the risk of dental caries among undergraduate university women in Saudi Arabia

Abstract: The results of this study are useful for public health intervention programs to combat dental caries in the Saudi community.

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Potential risk factors for dental caries in Type 2 diabetic patients

Potential risk factors for dental caries in Type 2 diabetic patients

Oral behavior and dental status of orthodox christian priests and monks

A retrospective analysis of radiographic jaw findings in young women; prevalence and predictors

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