Digit Ratio as Predictors of Dental Caries: A Study of the 2D:4D Relationship

ABSTRACTAim:This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the association between caries risk and the 2D:4D ratio, a potential marker of prenatal hormone exposure, among children aged 5-12 years.Methods:A total of 250 children were examined. Caries indices decayed, missing and filled teeth/decayed...

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Published in:Journal of pharmacy & bioallied science 2024-12, Vol.16 (Suppl 5), p.S4467-S4469
Main Authors: Ishwarya, M, Ananthan Vasanthakumari, Arumugam Selvabalaji, Krishnan Ekambareswaran, Umamaheswari, S, Rajendran Madhumathy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Children
Dental caries
Prenatal experience
Ratios
Statistical analysis
Teeth
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Summary:ABSTRACTAim:This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the association between caries risk and the 2D:4D ratio, a potential marker of prenatal hormone exposure, among children aged 5-12 years.Methods:A total of 250 children were examined. Caries indices decayed, missing and filled teeth/decayed, extracted and filled teeth (DMFT/deft) were recorded, and 2D:4D ratios were measured using a vernier caliper. Chi-square statistical analysis was conducted to explore the relationship between 2D:4D ratios and caries risk.Results:The study revealed a higher prevalence of caries among children with a low 2D:4D ratio (
ISSN:0976-4879
0975-7406
DOI:10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_946_24