Influence of Sociodemographic Factors, Oral Health Practices, and Sugar Consumption on Dental Caries Among 15-Year-Old Schoolchildren in Patna, Bihar.

Abstract

Introduction: Dental caries is the most common cause of disturbances of normal functions in the oral cavity and lack of 
preventive and curative measures have further worsened the situation. It is the most common non-communicable disease in 
the world.
Aim of the study: To assess the influence of Sociodemographic Factors, Oral Health Practices, and Sugar Consumption on 
Dental Caries Among 15-Year-Old Schoolchildren in Patna, Bihar.