期刊名称：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
电子版ISSN：1308-5581
出版年度：2022
卷号：14
期号：5
页码：6137-6142
DOI：10.9756/INTJECSE/V14I5.759
语种：English
出版社：International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
摘要：Early childhood caries (ECC) is a virulent form of caries occurring in children under 71 months of age, develops on smooth surfaces, and progresses rapidly. It is a serious public health issue in both the developing and industrialized countries, especially where malnutrition is common in the communities. In extreme cases, ECC can result into a complete loss of the crown/tooth structure. It affects the dentition immediately after the eruption of teeth within the oral cavity. It causes early tooth loss, loss of vertical dimension, tongue thrusting, reduced masticatory efficiency, malocclusion, space loss, speech problems, and psychological problems in a child. This review of literature focuses on the etiology, risk factors, preventive strategies and management of ECC.
