Prevalence of risk factors for the occurrence of orthodonticpathology among children in the city of Poltava: regionalfeatures

Conclusions: The identified risk factors for orthodontic pathology are mostly modifiable, that is, they are amenable to correction. Therefore, it is extremely necessary for pediatricians, family doctors and pediatric dentists to carry out both preventive measures to prevent the negative impact of these factors, and explanatory work with parents of children, who must be aware of the importance and necessity of prevention.