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Publication Children's perspective on color, smell and flavor of toothpaste(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Yadav, Pradip Kumar; Sharma, Resha; Pandey, Amrita; Gupta, Suraj; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Tooth brushing must be done to prevent dental caries, but many children resist tooth brushing because of sensory aversions to toothpaste. As children's oral hygiene compliance relies heavily on enjoyment, it is important to know their preferences regarding toothpaste color, odor, and taste. Research indicates that attractive sensory traits can have a great impact on brushing frequency and duration in children. Objective: To assess children's perspective on sensory attributes of toothpaste namely: color, flavor and smell of toothpaste. Methods: It is a descriptive cross-sectional study which included 140 students studying in Zenith National Academy, Janakpurdham. The questionnaire along with the consent form, ascent form and information sheet were sent to the parents along with the students to fill the form. The data was analyzed using SPSS. Data were analyzed for frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation and presented in form of table. Results: The main reasons for selecting a particular toothpaste were taste (44%) and cleaning effectiveness (61%), followed by brand loyalty and advertisements. When asked about the most important attribute of toothpaste, most children prioritized how well it cleans their teeth, though sensory factors like taste and color still influenced their satisfaction and motivation. Over half of the children believed that kids’ toothpaste should taste like candy and be different from adult toothpaste, reflecting a desire for enjoyable and distinct flavors. Conclusions: Children prefer red color, sweet taste and minty smell in their toothpaste. Primary motivation in brushing remains maintenance of "clean teeth” even in children.Publication Parents' perception of the dental and oral health in children in Janakpur(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Gupta, Suraj; Pandey, Amrita; Yadav, Jeet Kumar; Thapa, Anjeela; Subedi, Samagya; Kandel, Shikha; Sharma, Resha; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Parents along with clinicians play a key role in achieving the best oral health outcomes in their young children. Early childhood and adolescents are heavily reliant on parents/caregivers for day-to-day rou- tine, which includes oral health practices such as brushing, flossing, and healthy dietary intake. Objective: To assess the parents’ perception regarding the dental and oral health of their school-going children. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among parents of school going children regarding their per- ception of the dental and oral health of their children in Janakpur. The study tool was a questionnaire-based which contained basic information of participants and 25 questions related to the dental and oral health of their children. Data were analyzed for frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Results: : Out of total 215 participants, 77.2% participants were aware that primary teeth were as important as the permanent teeth. 96.7% of the participants believed that the main causative agent of cavities in teeth was eating too much sugar. Among the major problems, 89.3% children had experienced cavities according to their parents. 96.3% parents believed that the schools should provide dental health education. Conclusions: Increasing parents’ knowledge about children’s oral health, raising awareness of the impor- tance of regular dental check-ups, and fostering positive attitudes toward their children’s oral health un- derscore the need for more effective educational programs. Strengthening community-based interven- tions is crucial for enabling parents to adopt more informed behaviors regarding their children’s oral health.Publication Prevalence of dental caries on permanent first molars among children of age group 6-14 years at Janakpurdham(Madhesh Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), 2025) Pandey, Amrita; Yadav, Jeet Kumar; Gupta, Suraj; Yadav, Pradip Kumar; Chaulagain, RajibABSTRACT: Background: Dental caries is the most common chronic infectious disease of oral cavity. It specifically affects the permanent first molars because they erupt early and have a complicated occlusal anatomy. Understanding the prevalence of caries is essential for developing preventive strategies, especially in socioeconomically underprivileged groups. Objective: To assess the prevalence of dental caries in permanent first molars among children aged 6 to 14 years in Janakpurdham, Madhesh Province, Nepal. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among school children of age 6-14 years of Zenith National Academy, Sitachowk-1, Janakpurdham, Nepal. Oral examination was carried out using WHO diagnostic criteria for dental caries. Data were collected. Statistical analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21 for Windows (SPSS Inc, Chicago, IL). Frequency distribution analysis was performed. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the results. Results: The overall prevalence of dental caries in permanent first molars was found to be Among 290 participants,136 (46.9%) were males remaining being female 154(53.1%).(Mean ± SD:11.65 ±3.72) The prevalence of dental caries of left mandibular first permanent molar was high 24(8.3%) among the studied teeth. The prevalence of dental caries was high in mandibular arch. Conclusions: A high prevalence of dental caries in permanent first molars was higher in mandibular arch than maxillary arch observed among children in Janakpurdham, highlighting an urgent need for targeted oral health education, regular dental screenings, and preventive interventions at the school and community level.