Abstract
Summarizing the analysis of literature data and our own data regarding the causes and development of high-risk dental caries in children, it is advisable to emphasize the need for a holistic, systematic approach to the concept of “health”, which does not single out the state of the oral cavity as a separate characteristic. In particular, in the characterization of dental health, as a practical recommendation, consider the level of assessment of the somatic health of the subject as the main marker.