Method: A cross-sectional survey was undertaken on children aged 3-5 years-old from a random sample of
preschools in central Trinidad. Oral health examinations were conducted for children for whom parental consent
was given, using WHO criteria (visual diagnosis / cavitation at d3). A self-reported questionnaire was distributed to
all parents and caregivers. Variables included socio-demographics, oral health knowledge, attitudes and behaviours,
visible caries experience and treatment need.