This study goal is to compare two indices in Egyptian children aged 3-6 years in caries detection and time needed for assessment which will contribute to variable data for pediatric oral health assessment locally and globally.
This study will ensure that patients receive precise evaluations and guide early, appropriate preventive measures or treatments. Over time, this will contribute to reducing caries progression and related complications. Also, Parents become more aware of their children's dental health status, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention. Furthermore, Comparing the indices will provide insights into which tool is most efficient and reliable for detecting caries in children 3-6 years old.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
376
Faculty of Dentistry Cairo University
Cairo, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Caries risk assessment using AAPD
Caries risk will be categorized as Low, Moderate, or High based on the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) criteria. * Unit of Measure: Category (Low / Moderate / High)
Time frame: baseline (single visit)
Caries risk assessment using CAMBRA123
Caries risk will be evaluated using the CAMBRA 123 scoring system, which assigns scores from -4 to +18, categorized as: * Low: -4 to -1 * Moderate: 0 to +3 * High: +4 to +13 * Very High: +14 to +18
Time frame: baseline (single visit)
Time For index Application
The time required to apply each caries assessment index (CAMBRA123 and AAPD) will be measured in seconds for each child during the clinical examination
Time frame: baseline (single visit)
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