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RESEARCH ARTICLE

Prevalence of Gingivitis Among Children Living in Bhopal

Vinaykumar Hiremath, Nishi Mishra, Anandkumar G Patil, Aparna Sheetal, Sheetal Kumar

Citation Information : Hiremath V, Mishra N, Patil AG, Sheetal A, Kumar S. Prevalence of Gingivitis Among Children Living in Bhopal. J Oral Health Comm Dent 2012; 6 (3):118-120.

DOI: 10.5005/johcd-6-3-118

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Published Online: 01-05-2016

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Abstract

Objective

Study was conducted to determine prevalence of gingivitis amongst school going children between 5-13 years old around sub-urban area of Bhopal city.

Method

A total of 928 children (510 boys and 418 girls of age 5-13 years were examined). Out of 928 children 738 showed gingivitis.

Results

Prevalence of gingivitis was seen more in boys than girls. Age wise prevalence was evident amongst the children who were between the ages of 5-7 years.

Conclusion

This indicates the need for community health activities and awareness program.


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