# Oral hygiene with age: A comprehensive study

## TL;DR

This study examines oral hygiene practices among school children in Navi Mumbai, finding that middle-aged students have the best habits.

## Contribution

The study provides insights into age-related differences in oral hygiene among Indian school children.

## Key findings

- Most students in the middle age group demonstrated good oral hygiene practices.
- Oral hygiene awareness varies significantly with age among school children.
- Many children in developing nations lack awareness about the importance of oral health.

## Abstract

Dental health plays an important role in the overall well-being of children, their quality of life and performance at school.
Majority of the children in India and other developing and underdeveloped nations are ignorant to the fact that oral health is
considered as an important factor in overall health. The aim of this study was to conduct a survey to investigate the oral hygiene
practices and differences among different age groups of School students in an associated school in Navi Mumbai. This cross-sectional
study was carried out among students of ages 8 to 16 years, using a questionnaire that assessed their oral hygiene. A good oral hygiene
practice was shown by maximum participants of middle age group.