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- Title
Caries prediction: a review of the literature.
- Authors
Powell, L V
- Abstract
For over a decade researchers have been looking for the formula that will allow caries prediction. The purpose of this summary is to review recent multifactorial prediction models for adults and children with the aim of identifying the most successful and consistent methods. Conclusions from this review include the following: Clinical variables, especially past caries experience, are confirmed as the most significant predictors of future caries development. The status of the most recently erupted/exposed surface is the most successful measure of past caries experience. Bacterial levels are included in the most accurate prediction models. Sociodemographic variables are most important to caries prediction models for young children and older adults.
- Publication
Community dentistry and oral epidemiology, 1998, Vol 26, Issue 6, p361
- ISSN
0301-5661
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1600-0528.1998.tb01974.x