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Summary of burden of oral diseases in Kerala
| Condition | Category | Prevalence |
|---|---|---|
| Dental caries | 12 years | 37-69% (combined prevalence-40%) |
| Periodontal disease | 35-44 years | 65.3-78.6% |
| Malocclusion | 15 years | 53.3-80.4% |
| Oral cancer (Incidence/1 lakh population) | Males | 16.4-21.6 |
| Females | 6.4-9.1 | |
| Dental fluorosis | Endemic areas | 35-39% |
| Other areas | < 5% |
