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Insights into caries preventive practices among OHPs can identify areas for capacity building.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Aim<\/jats:title><jats:p>This cross\u2010sectional descriptive study assessed the knowledge, attitude and practice of caries prevention in children among OHPs in Bhutan.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Design<\/jats:title><jats:p>A self\u2010administered online questionnaire was sent to all active registered OHPs.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>The respondents included 73 dentists and 61 dental hygienists (88% response rate) with a mean experience of 8.4\u2009\u00b1\u20097.1\u2009years. Many practitioners rarely saw children; most of them, however, exhibited a positive attitude towards caries prevention in children, yet lacked knowledge and practice, especially in younger children. Caries risk factors were not all recognized, and assessment was not practised. Many forms of fluoride were available, but their efficacy was underestimated. Fluoridated toothpaste was underutilized in younger children. Preventive practice relied mainly on giving advice. The most common limitations on preventive practice were the unavailability of materials and treatment prioritized over prevention.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Caries prevention in Bhutanese children requires a systematic approach in the oral healthcare system and further education of OHPs. 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