Distribution of Dental Trauma to Anterior Teeth among Children visiting Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu Nepal

Dr.Parajeeta Dikshit; Dr.Senchhema Limbu; Dr. Rosina Bhattarai

Volume : VI, Issue : V, May - 2017

Distribution of Dental Trauma to Anterior Teeth among Children visiting Kantipur Dental College, Kathmandu Nepal

Dr. Parajeeta Dikshit, Dr. Senchhema Limbu, Dr. Rosina Bhattarai

Abstract :

� Background: Traumatic Dental Injuries (TDI) are very significant problem in children and number of studies involving on it is smaller than those on dental caries and periodontal disease. The present study was therefore conducted to assess the distribution of traumatic dental injuries in children as in Nepal there are limited similar research. � Method and Result: The study was based on the clinical data of patients, ranging from age 1 to 14 years, examined and treated for different dental injuries to anterior teeth. The result showed a higher prevalence of among males. The primary as well as permanent Maxillary central incisors were most affected. Uncomplicated crown fractures involving dentin were more common in permanent dentition and subluxation in the primary dentition. � Conclusion : Education and policies to prevent traumatic dental injuries in children needs to be implemented in Nepal.