The Amount of Knowledge Awareness on the Caries Risk Assessment Tools and It’s Management Strategies in Children among Dental Students

Abstract

Introduction: Early detection of risk factors and implementation of oral health preventative activities can help to slow or stop the spread of caries. As a result, dentists must be well-versed in a variety of approaches and early preventative methods. Aim of the Study: The aim of the study is to create knowledge and awareness on the caries risk assessment tools and it’s management strategies in children among dental students. Methodology: A questionnaire survey was carried out online containing 10 questions and was sent to 100 students on the caries risk assessment tools and it’s management strategies in children among dental students. An online survey was conducted using survey planet software and the data was collected and completely analysed for statistical difference. Results:  According to our findings, the majority of undergraduates believe that a child should see a dentist between the ages of 12 and 22, and that specific information gained from a systematic assessment of caries risk guides the dentist in the decision-making process for treatment and preventive protocols for children (66 percent of undergraduates and 18 percent of postgraduates). Conclusion: Dental practitioners have a critical role in preventing and minimising the severity of ECC in young children, and they can use preventive treatment regimens to assess their paediatric patients' caries risk.