In this article describes oral diseases remain among the most prevalent non-communicable diseases worldwide, significantly affecting quality of life and imposing a substantial economic burden on healthcare systems. Despite advances in dental technologies and clinical treatment, preventive strategies in oral health are still insufficiently implemented, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Epidemiological data reveal persistent inequalities in oral health outcomes related to socioeconomic status, education level, and access to preventive care. This study is based on a narrative analytical review of recent epidemiological reports, international oral health surveys, and peer-reviewed scientific publications published between 2015 and 2024. The analysis focuses on preventive strategies, risk factor distribution, and population-level oral disease prevalence. Comparative analysis methods were used to evaluate trends in dental caries, periodontal diseases, and oral cancer across different regions.

oral health prevention, epidemiology, dental caries, periodontal disease, public health dentistry, preventive strategies.

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