The influence of television on the food habits of schoolchildren and its association with dental caries.

Objectives: The consumption of food with a high-sugar content is encouraged by the food industry through television (TV) aimed at children and may be associated with dental caries. This study aims to evaluate the influence of TV on the food habits of schoolchildren aged years and its association with dental caries.

Material And Methods: This was an observational, epidemiological, and cross-sectional study.