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DENTAL CARIES AND SALIVARY CALCIUM-PHOSPHATE LEVELS AMONG SOFT DRINKS FACTORY WORKERS: EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP

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  • 1. College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Iraq

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Dental caries, a prevalent oral health issue, can be influenced by various factors, including salivary calcium and phosphate levels. This study aims to explore the relationship between dental caries and salivary calcium-phosphate levels among soft drinks factory workers. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted, involving a sample of workers employed in a soft drinks factory. Dental caries status was assessed using standard diagnostic criteria, and salivary samples were collected to measure calcium and phosphate levels. Statistical analyses, including correlation analysis and logistic regression, were performed to examine the association between dental caries and salivary calcium-phosphate levels. The results revealed a significant correlation between dental caries prevalence and salivary calcium-phosphate levels. Workers with higher salivary calcium-phosphate levels showed a higher risk of dental caries. These findings suggest a potential link between salivary mineral levels and the development of dental caries among soft drinks factory workers. Further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms and to develop preventive strategies targeting salivary calcium-phosphate balance.

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EDUC-SHARE – EUROPEAN DIGITAL UNIVERCITY - RESEARCH AND INNOVATION WITH AND FOR SOCIETY 101017526
European Commission

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