PREVALENCE AND QUALITY OF RESTORATIVE STRUCTURES OF PERMANENT TEETH IN CHILDREN FROM LOWLAND AND MOUNTAINOUS AREAS OF THE TRANSCARPATHIAN REGION OVER THE COURSE OF OBSERVATION

Abstract

Abstract. Introduction: Treatment of invasive forms of caries involves the removal of demineralized hard tooth tissues and the restoration of anatomical integrity using various types of restorative materials. The choice and conditions of use of these materials have clear indications. However, the durability of restorative structures, even with strict adher-ence to the algorithm, is not always sufficient, especially among children living in areas with biogeochemical deficiencies. Objectives: The aim of this study was to analyze the prevalence of fillings made from different restorative materials in the permanent teeth of children living in lowland and mountainous geographical areas of the Transcarpathian region and to determine the percentage of defects in restorative structures over time.