CURRENT PERSPECTIVES ON CARIES PREVENTION IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS IN DIFFERENT COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

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  3. CURRENT PERSPECTIVES ON CARIES PREVENTION IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS IN DIFFERENT COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

Koval O. I., Chehertma E. I.

CURRENT PERSPECTIVES ON CARIES PREVENTION IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS IN DIFFERENT COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

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Koval O. I., Chehertma E. I.

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LITERATURE REVIEWS

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Scientific article

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Despite the progressive development of dentistry in general and the wide range of available methods for the prevention of dental diseases, diseases of the hard dental tissues remain a relevant issue today. In order to identify risks and determine possible ways to support the oral health of the pediatric population of Ukraine within the framework of the World Health Organization strategy, we conducted an analysis of existing caries prevention programs implemented in different countries worldwide. According to the results of the study, the most effective preventive approach that can be adapted to Ukraine on the basis of evidence-based medicine is the European approach. The caries prevention program for children proposed by the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD) largely relies on professional and population-based approaches, which aligns with the World Health Organization strategic objective “Promoting oral health and preventing oral diseases” aimed at addressing global policy issues in national leadership for oral health. However, current challenges, such as the lack of an objective assessment of the dental status of children across different regions, the absence of a comprehensive picture of the epidemiological crisis in various regions of Ukraine, and the increased level of stress that currently hinders the development of healthy lifestyle habits, encourage the involvement of public health professionals and mental health specialists in addressing this issue. Their participation is essential for improving the psychological well-being of the population and eliminating harmful habits, including smoking. At the same time, preventive programs should take into account parental motivation and provide education on proper oral care for their children within the legal and regulatory framework established by current legislation.

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adolescents, caries, children, dental associations, epidemiological situation, evidence-based medicine, harmful habits, prevention programs, risk of caries development, World Health Organization

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Publication of the article:

«Bulletin of problems biology and medicine», 2026 Issue 2, 181, 72-78 pages, index UDC 616.314-002-053.2-084(4)(7/.8)

DOI:

10.29254/2077-4214-2026-2-181-72-78

2026 Issue 2, 181
adolescents caries children dental associations epidemiological situation evidence-based medicine harmful habits prevention programs risk of caries development World Health Organization
27.05.2026
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