Table 6.
Child's knowledge on etiology of dental caries
| Count | Column valid n% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Do you think you can decide the treatment you need? | Yes | 215 | 47.7 |
| No | 236 | 52.3 | |
| Is it necessary for patients to decide their dental treatment needs? | Yes | 314 | 69.6 |
| No | 137 | 30.4 | |
| Carious teeth can affect teeth appearance | Yes | 340 | 75.4 |
| No | 111 | 24.6 | |
| Sweets affect the teeth adversely | Yes | 373 | 82.7 |
| No | 78 | 17.3 | |
| Brushing teeth prevents dental decay | Yes | 351 | 77.8 |
| No | 100 | 22.2 | |
| Fizzy drinks affect the teeth adversely | Yes | 324 | 71.8 |
| No | 127 | 28.2 | |
| Using fluoride strengthens the teeth | Yes | 277 | 61.4 |
| No | 174 | 38.6 | |