Untreated Cavities in Children
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Untreated tooth decay in declined in young children. Since 1999-2004, the prevalence of untreated tooth decay in primary teeth of children aged 2-5 years has dropped by half.
Chart: Percentage of children aged 2–5 with untreated decay
- Lower-Income: 1999-2004: 31%, 2011-2016: 17%
- Mexican American: 1999-2004: 31%, 2011-2016: 15%
- Overall: 1999-2004: 21%, 2011-2016: 10%
Mexican American and low-income children saw the greatest declines.