Obesity and dental caries in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Ceara Hayden, Jennifer Bowler, Stephanie Chambers, Ruth Freeman, Gerald Michael Humphris, Derek Richards, Joanne Elizabeth Cecil

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Abstract

Obesity and dental caries have become increasingly prevalent challenges to public health. Research results into the relationship between obesity and dental caries in children have been mixed and inconclusive. The aim of this review and meta-analysis was to provide evidence to quantify the relationship between obesity and dental caries in children using a systematic approach.
Original languageEnglish
JournalCommunity Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology
Early online date16 Nov 2012
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Publication statusPublished - 16 Nov 2012

Keywords

  • obesity, overweight, dental caries, children

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