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Worldwide, approximately 3.6 billion people (48% of the population) have dental caries in their permanent teeth as of 2016. [7] The World Health Organization estimates that nearly all adults have dental caries at some point in time. [2] In baby teeth it affects about 620 million people or 9% of the population. [10]
Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases worldwide. [29] Although it is rarely life-threatening, tooth decay can cause pain and impair eating, speaking, facial appearance, and acceptance into society, [30] and it greatly affects the quality of life of children, particularly those of low socioeconomic status. [29]
A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a health care professional who specializes in dentistry, the branch of medicine focused on the teeth, gums, and mouth.
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