Prevalence of Dental Fluorosis amongst Young Adults and Adolescents in Chennai

Many studies have been conducted to evaluate the prevalence of dental fluorosis in different states and countries. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of dental fluorosis amongst young adults and adolescents in Chennai. In this retrospective study, case records of 564 patients of all ages who were diagnosed with dental fluorosis upon reporting to the University hospital in Chennai were reviewed. About 90 patient records of age group 15-20 years (adolescents) and 21-25 years (adults) were retrieved and analysed. Descriptive statistics and tests of association were done at a p value < 0.05. The results revealed the prevalence of dental fluorosis in adolescents was 4.07% and 11.8% amongst young adults. The study found no significant association between the age and prevalence of dental fluorosis (p=0.998) or between gender and prevalence of dental fluorosis (p=0.386). Age and gender has no influence on prevalence of dental fluorosis.