
Medical Science Monitor, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 31
Published: Jan. 20, 2025
Background:In Saudi Arabia, particularly the Jazan region, a high prevalence of caries is reported among children, while adult data remain limited.This study aimed to assess sex, age, and distribution dental adults in Arabia. Material/Methods:A cross-sectional assessed walk-in patients from 4 centers using WHO Oral Health Assessment Form (2013).Seven trained dentists conducted examinations, ensuring interrater reliability (Cronbach alpha=0.7).Sociodemographic Decayed, Missing, Filled Permanent Teeth (DMFT) scores were collected analyzed by tooth type, arches, sides arches.Data STATA/SE 15.1, descriptive statistics, ANOVA, t tests.Statistical significance was set at P£0.05. Results:Of 312 participants, 94.6% women.Caries highest 26-30 year age group (24.4%), overall 94.6%.Maxillary arch had higher (91.3%) than mandibular (84.9%), with molars most affected.DMFT lowest 19-25 (9.33±5.23)and 36-40 (13.42±4.94).Participants over 50 years showed significant loss (6.09±5.51).There difference association between presence type groups (P=0.005,P=0.002 ANOVA). Conclusions:Widespread region found, affecting diverse demographics.Findings stress need for preventive care, early intervention, tailored treatments address age-specific sexrelated differences, improve oral health outcomes.
Language: Английский