Assessment of prevalence of dental caries and the associated factors among patients attending dental clinic in Debre Tabor general hospital: a hospital-based cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Dental caries is the most common dental health problem caused by the interaction of bacteria on tooth enamel. Risk factors for dental caries include salivary composition and inadequate fluoride. However, other factors, such as standard of living, behavior, hygiene, eating habits,...

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Main Authors: Yilkal Tafere, Selam Chanie, Tigabu Dessie, Haileyesus Gedamu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-07-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12903-018-0581-8