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Dietary influences on caries indexamong Sudanese and Egyptian adult population : A cross-sectional study
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Abstract
This cross-sectional study was conducted to compare the caries index between Sudanese and Egyptian adult Population living in Cairo more than two years with age range of (18-40) years old. 240 patients where participating in the study, each patient was evaluated first with examination of teeth with a mirror and explorer under optimal lighting condition according to WHO criteria. . DMFT (decayed, missing, and filled teeth) and ICDS, plaque indices , and saliva samples were used to determine the dental status . Caries was diagnosed when there was a cavity, loss of enamel continuity, or softness at the base, visible white spots on smooth surfaces, and last 3 years restorations placed in the oral cavity as a result of caries , while a tooth with fissure sealant was recorded as sound in the clinical examination. A radiographic examination (Bitewing x-ray) was used to help in locating of any proximal lesion. Evaluating patients{u2019} dietary habits (amount and frequency of sugar and fermentable carbohydrate intake, including acidic beverages or candies) frequency of eating , physical properties of food texture, consistency and temperature of food can affect mastication and oral clearance from the mouth. The frequency of consumption, snacking or sipping of foods and beverages, can promote dental caries. It is important for the clinician to realize what patients eat is influenced by many factors, including socioeconomic status, culture, ethnicity, food cost, food availability, advertising and marketing. And then evaluate diet frequency score assisted to (Cariogram manual ,2004)