Correlation between Dermatoglyphics and Dental Caries: A Study in Punjab Population
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Forensic Odontology - Year 2017, Vol 10, Issue 1
Abstract
Aim: To find the relationship between dermatoglyphics pattern and dental caries in punjab population. Materials and Methods: This study was conducted on the total of 100 subjects, 50 females, 50males in age group between 15- 20 years and persons with dental caries in 3 or more teeth based on DMFT index were included in the study. The fingerprints were recorded and statistical analysis was performed. Results: 1. Fingerprints of male showed more no of loop patterns. 2. Based upon caries index male population was found to have more caries as compared to females. 3. A significant increase in dental caries was associated with loop pattern. Conclusion: Dermatoglyphics can prove to be an extremely useful tool for preliminary investigations.
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- DOI 10.21088/ijfo.0974.505X.10117.3
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