Attitude, Knowledge, and Practices of Bahraini Parents Regarding Children’s Oral Health and Early Childhood Caries: A Qualitative Study

Parents mostly had a positive attitude towards children's oral health at a young age. Their knowledge about oral hygiene practices, the use of fluoridated toothpaste, early diet, and dietary items with free sugars needs to be improved. Parents' practices related to children's oral care and diet starting at an early age are affected by multiple environmental and cultural factors.