[The relation between protein energy malnutrition and gingival status in children]
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relation between protein-energy malnutrition and gingivitis in children in Damascus and its suburbs. For this purpose we used a random sample of 840 male and female children aged 6-12 years. Their gums were examined. The bleeding indexes were recorded for both primary and permanent teeth. Anthropometric measures were taken: Weight for age, Height for age and Weight for Height. We found that gingivitis increased among low weight children [44%] compared to normal children [31%]. It was more severe in low-height children in comparison to others. These findings necessitate the promotion of preventive care in order to insure gingival hygiene, particularly by following a balanced dietCitation
Dashash, Maisoun Ahmed Dib. (2000). [The relation between protein energy malnutrition and gingival status in children]. EMHJ - Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal, 6 (2-3), 507-510, 2000 https://iris.who.int/handle/10665/118900