Publications by authors named "Enas Abdellatif"
Background: Early childhood caries (ECC) is the most prevalent chronic health problem in young children, and it can be arrested using professionally applied fluoride such as Sodium fluoride (NaF) varnish and Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF). This trial compared two interventions to arrest ECC lesions: 38% SDF combined with 5% NaF varnish versus 38% SDF and assessed whether the arrest rate was affected by baseline lesion severity measured by ICDAS.
Methods: Children aged ≤ 4 years from 4 nurseries in a rural area in Alexandria, Egypt joined the study in March 2022.
Article Synopsis
- Good oral hygiene is crucial for preventing dental issues, and this study explored how kids and teens from various countries practice oral care, focusing on factors like age, gender, and family background.
- Data was gathered through an online survey of 4,766 caregivers, revealing widespread use of toothbrushes (90%) and toothpaste (60.3%), but variations in other methods like mouthwash and dental floss based on socio-economic factors.
- Findings indicate that children in low-income countries are less likely to use mouthwash and dental floss compared to those in high-income countries, with regional differences showing higher usage of these products in Europe and the Americas.
Background: Parenting practices influence children's health and development. The current study aimed at assessing gender differences in children's perception of the parenting practices of both parents, and in the association between children's oral health behaviors and parenting practices.
Methods: A cross-sectional household survey of 6-12 year old children was conducted in a rural area in Northwestern Egypt in 2019.