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Mohammad Karimi, Apple Dental Clinic, Shahid Rezaeist, in front of Hejab pool, Shiraz, IranReceived: June 29, 2018; Published: July 10, 2018
DOI: 10.26717/BJSTR.2018.06.001373
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Introduction: The purpose of this study was the evaluation of the prevalence of dental abscesses, treatment and healing rate in preschool and kindergarten children who were referred to Apple Dental Clinic.
Materials &Methods: This descriptive study is based on the clinical evaluations of children up to age 6 with dental infections. During this study, 100 children (60 girls, 40 boys) were evaluated.
Results: In this evaluation, 100children were studied and evaluated. The most prevalence was in 5 to 6 years old children (48%), among which 25% were acute abscess. The most involved teeth were D and E in the lower arch.The major treatments were including the combination of drainage, pulpectomy and antibiotic therapy.
Conclusion: As the research and statics analysis has showed, the high prevalence of dental abscess in primary molars, it is advisable to maintain these teeth before the permanent molars eruption. It is necessary to do early diagnosis and treatment of dental caries and abscesses before it is too late
Keywords: Preschool and Hindergarten Patients; Primary Molars; Dental Abscesses
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