RT  - Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
ID  - 10.17796/jcpd.34.1.n170271832662v44
T1  - Caries Experience and Oral Hygiene Status of Children Suffering fromAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
A1  - Prakash Chandra
A1  - Latha Anandakrishna
A1  - Prayas Ray
K1  - ADHD
K1  - dental caries
K1  - defs
K1  - plaque score
YR  - 2009
SP  - 25
AB  - <p><strong>Objective:</strong> The study was conducted to determine the caries experience and oral hygiene status of children suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and was compared with that of non-ADHD children. <strong>Study design:</strong> A total of 80 children, including 40 ADHD and 40 non-ADHD children were included in the study. A visual dental examination for dental caries was performed and oral hygiene status of these children was determined. The parent/ guardian completed a questionnaire concerning the child's behavior followed by questionnaire to the child regarding oral hygiene practices and food habits. <strong>Results:</strong>Student-t test and chi-square test showed that children with ADHD had significantly higher defs score, mean plaque score in compared to that of non-ADHD children. Statistical significant differences were also found out in relation with frequency of tooth brushing and consumption of sugary food among the children suffering from ADHD. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Caries prevalence in the primary dentition is increased in the children suffering from ADHD due to poor oral hygiene and increased consumption of sugary foods.</p>