Abstract
ABSTRACTAimThe purpose of this study is to determine dental caries status in 3–6-year-old malnourished children.Materials and methodsA total of 500 children aged 3–6 years enrolled in anganwadi were selected for this study. The nutritional status was evaluated by anthropometric measurements such as body weight and height [body mass index (BMI)-for-age]. Dental caries status was recorded according to WHO criteria. The obtained data were subjected to statistical analysis.ResultsThe prevalence of underweight was 41% and prevalence of dental caries was 61%.ConclusionLow BMI-for-age is a risk factor for dental caries.Clinical significanceInclusion of BMI-for-age calculation in routine case history pro forma helps in timely diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of children suffering from malnutrition.How to cite this articleMadhusudhan KS, Khargekar N. Nutritional Status and its Relationship with Dental Caries among 3–6-year-old Anganwadi Children. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(1):6–10.
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