DETERMINATION OF DENTAL STATUS IN YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 19-25 YEARS

The article regards the determination of dental status carried out among dental students of the Dental Faculty of the Medical Academy aged 19–25 years, estimate the prevalence of dental caries and calculate various dental indices. The results of the study indicate a high level of caries morbidity among the 2nd year students of the Faculty of Dentistry, which is confirmed by high caries intensity index and the equality of carious filled teeth. The chewing surface of teeth turned out to be more caries-prone area. Also the obtained data indicate the need to improve individual oral hygiene among students and timely sealing of fissures of chewing teeth. The CPTIN index, which reflects the need for treatment of periodontal diseases, indicates the need to improve hygiene habits and preventive measures. To improve the situation, a comprehensive approach is required, including active caries prevention, early treatment of dental diseases, and increasing students' awareness of primary prevention methods.