Molar incisor hypomineralization incidence among 6-11-year-old schoolchildren of two rural community of Jaipur, India

Abstract

Background: External conditions affecting the growing enamel, combined with a genetic susceptibility, cause molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH). It happens when the activity of ameloblasts is disrupted during the later stages of amelogenesis, leading onto deficient enamel. Clinically, the damaged enamel shows as white to brown defined opacities. Aim: The aim of the study is to find out MIH incidence among 6–11-year-old schoolchildren of two rural community of Jaipur, India. Settings and Design: Among two rural areas of Jaipur, a cross-sectional epidemiological study was undertaken in school kids aged 6–11 years. Materials and Methods: The 1 st permanent molar and incisors were tested for MIH using the diagnostic criteria established by the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry in 2003. Results: A total of 490 children aged 6–11 years were evaluated, with MIH being discovered in 30 of them. There were 20 girls and 10 boys among the children that were impacted. Conclusion: MIH was found in the permanent dentition of 6.12% of schoolchildren in the two villages. Only a small percentage of MIH-affected youngsters have sought dental therapy. To minimize the problem, sufficient awareness and organized preventive and restorative initiatives are essential.