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Changes in dental caries 1953-2003.

T M Marthaler1

  • 1Center for Dentistry, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland. tmarthal@zui.unizh.ch

Caries Research
|May 22, 2004
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Dental caries prevalence significantly declined in industrialized nations after 1960, with over 75% reduction. However, rising levels in specific populations highlight the continued importance of dental epidemiology for public health.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Dental disease surveillance methods developed in the early 20th century.
  • Modern epidemiological studies in dentistry commenced in the 1950s.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in dental caries prevalence.
  • To underscore the ongoing significance of dental epidemiology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of epidemiological studies on dental diseases.
  • Analysis of caries prevalence data from 1960 onwards.

Main Results:

  • A substantial decline in caries prevalence (over 75%) observed in industrialized countries.
  • Caries decline plateauing at low prevalence levels.
  • Higher caries levels noted in children from low socioeconomic backgrounds and non-Western European immigrants.

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Conclusions:

  • Caries epidemiology remains crucial for dental public health.
  • Addressing disparities in oral health is essential.
  • Future trends may see localized increases in caries prevalence.