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August 21, 2026; Liverpool, UK
XI International Scientific and Theoretical Conference «Theoretical and practical scientific achievements: research and results of their implementation»

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DEVELOPMENT AND CLINICAL EVALUATION OF PERSONALIZED CARIES PREVENTION PROTOCOLS IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN BASED ON DIGITAL RISK SCREENING

Published 21.08.2026

  • Dilorom Rikhsieva
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Dilorom Rikhsieva
Tashkent State Dental University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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Abstract

Early childhood caries (ECC) remains one of the most widespread chronic diseases affecting pediatric populations globally, posing a significant public health challenge. Despite substantial advancements in modern pediatric dentistry, the prevalence of ECC in preschool children ranges from 30% to 85% in various developing countries, leading to premature tooth loss, malocclusions, systematic somatic complications, and a drastically reduced quality of life. Traditional preventive strategies typically rely on generalized, non - specific protocols, such as universal fluoride applications or standardized oral hygiene instructions. However, clinical experience and epidemiological data indicate that these one-size-fits-all approaches frequently fail in cohorts exhibiting high cariogenic susceptibility or specific genetic predispositions. Digitalization provides powerful tools to manage this complexity. Automated risk-assessment programs allow clinicians to synthesize multiple risk vectors into a single, quantifiable prognostic matrix.

Author Biography

Dilorom Rikhsieva

Candidate of Medical Sciences, PhD, Assistant Lecturer

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