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Untreated tooth decay 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.