ORAL HEALTH KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES IN YOUTH: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Abstract
Given the high prevalence of dental caries and periodontal diseases, it is quite natural that modern dentists strive to use all available preventive methods to reduce the occurrence of dental pathologies and lessen their severity [1]. One of the simplest, most accessible, and at the same time most effective preventive measures remains proper and thorough care of the teeth and oral cavity using the full range of modern oral hygiene products
Author affiliations
- Inna Gorb-Gavrylchenko: Dnipro State Medical University, UKRAINE; ORCID
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