Abstract

Background: Tooth caries is the most common chronic disease in the world. Different factors contribute to caries and plaque growth. One of the research priorities is to know about the causes of dental caries and one of them is nutritional pattern. Therefore, in this study, we examined the nutrition pattern and degree of caries in the visitors of the dental clinic of Babol- Tasu'a clinic during 2017-2018. Materials and Methods: A descriptive study was carried out. At first, 100 patients, 20 -55 years, which referred to the Tasua Clinic were randomly asked about the nutritional pattern and the results were recorded. The patients were examined for determining DMFT and the results were analyzed by regression analysis. Results: DMF based on food groups showed that the highest DMF reduction was associated with increased protein intake and the lowest reduction in DMF associated with increased consumption of oily seeds. The highest increase in DMF per every time change of food intake was associated with an increase in the consumption of Gaz, biscuits, Sohan, chocolate, sugar, and the lowest increase in DMF for increasing carbohydrate intake. The correlation between DMF and Oily seeds was 0.65 and DMF decreasing 0.59 per each consumption, while the correlation between DMF and chips is 0.7 and DMF changes are increased by 0.39 per each consuming. Conclusion: There is a relationship between dental caries and nutritional pattern. Therefore, proper nutrition can prevent caries and its complications.