Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Introduction to Epidemiology01:26

Introduction to Epidemiology

Epidemiology, known as the cornerstone of public health, involves studying the distribution and determinants of health-related events in defined populations and applying these insights to control health issues. This is essential for understanding how diseases spread, identifying populations at greater risk, and implementing measures to control or prevent outbreaks. Epidemiology addresses not only infectious diseases but also non-communicable conditions like cancer and cardiovascular disease,...
Effects of EDTA on End-Point Detection Methods01:18

Effects of EDTA on End-Point Detection Methods

Different methods, such as visual observance of metal-ion indicators, spectroscopic techniques, and potentiometric methods, can determine the endpoint of an EDTA titration.
In the visual method, metal-ion indicators (metallochromic dyes), which have distinct colors in their free and complex forms, are added to the mixture to signal the titration's end point. They form stable complexes with metal ions, but these complexes are weaker than the corresponding metal–EDTA complexes. As a result, EDTA...
Statistical Methods for Analyzing Epidemiological Data01:25

Statistical Methods for Analyzing Epidemiological Data

Epidemiological data primarily involves information on specific populations' occurrence, distribution, and determinants of health and diseases. This data is crucial for understanding disease patterns and impacts, aiding public health decision-making and disease prevention strategies. The analysis of epidemiological data employs various statistical methods to interpret health-related data effectively. Here are some commonly used methods:
Bias in Epidemiological Studies01:29

Bias in Epidemiological Studies

Biases can arise at various stages of research, from study design and data collection to analysis and interpretation. Recognizing and addressing these biases is essential to ensure the validity and reliability of epidemiological findings.Broadly speaking, biases in epidemiology fall into three main categories: selection bias, information bias, and confounding. A more detailed description of possible biases is:
Study Designs in Epidemiology01:20

Study Designs in Epidemiology

Epidemiological study designs are fundamental tools for investigating the distribution, determinants, and control of health conditions in populations. They help researchers understand the relationships between exposures and outcomes, and they broadly fall into two categories: "observational" and "experimental" studies.
Observational studies are those where the researcher does not intervene but rather observes natural variations. They include cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control studies.
Tooth Anatomy01:21

Tooth Anatomy

The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Cost-effectiveness analysis of different tracers (Patent Blue, Technetium-99 m, and Indocyanine Green) for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy procedure in breast cancer.

Cost effectiveness and resource allocation : C/E·2025
Same author

Influence of Slurry Diluents on Toothpaste Efficacy Against Erosive Tooth Wear: In Vitro and In Situ Studies.

Brazilian dental journal·2025
Same author

Factors associated with internet use to obtain oral health-related information.

Canadian journal of dental hygiene : CJDH = Journal canadien de l'hygiene dentaire : JCHD·2025
Same author

Association of Previne Brasil Program with prenatal care and maternal-child mortality.

Revista de saude publica·2025
Same author

After all, what is the proper use of Kappa statistics in oral health surveys? What don't manuals tell us?

Brazilian oral research·2025
Same author

Artificial intelligence in dentistry: awareness among dentists and computer scientists.

Oral radiology·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 25, 2026

Semi-Automated Planimetric Quantification of Dental Plaque Using an Intraoral Fluorescence Camera
09:34

Semi-Automated Planimetric Quantification of Dental Plaque Using an Intraoral Fluorescence Camera

Published on: January 27, 2023

Validity of caries-detection methods under epidemiological setting.

Renato Pereira da Silva1, Andréa Videira Assaf, Stela Márcia Pereira

  • 1Department of Community Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School - University of Campinas-UNICAMP, Av. Limeira 901, P.O. Box 52, CEP 13414-903, Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil.

American Journal of Dentistry
|January 24, 2012
PubMed
Summary

The visual exam combined with bitewing radiography (BW) offers the most accurate method for detecting dental caries in children. This combination significantly improves the validity of diagnostic technologies in epidemiological surveys.

More Related Videos

Precision of In Vivo Quantitative Tooth Wear Measurement Using Intra-Oral Scans
09:10

Precision of In Vivo Quantitative Tooth Wear Measurement Using Intra-Oral Scans

Published on: July 12, 2022

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 25, 2026

Semi-Automated Planimetric Quantification of Dental Plaque Using an Intraoral Fluorescence Camera
09:34

Semi-Automated Planimetric Quantification of Dental Plaque Using an Intraoral Fluorescence Camera

Published on: January 27, 2023

Precision of In Vivo Quantitative Tooth Wear Measurement Using Intra-Oral Scans
09:10

Precision of In Vivo Quantitative Tooth Wear Measurement Using Intra-Oral Scans

Published on: July 12, 2022

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Public Health
  • Diagnostic Technologies

Background:

  • Dental caries detection is crucial for public health.
  • Epidemiological surveys require valid and accurate diagnostic methods.
  • Traditional visual examination has limitations in detecting early caries lesions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the diagnostic validity of visual examination and adjunct technologies for posterior permanent teeth.
  • To compare the accuracy of different methods under epidemiological conditions.
  • To identify the optimal diagnostic approach for large-scale dental caries assessments.

Main Methods:

  • A probabilistic sample of 165 schoolchildren (age 12) was examined.
  • Methods included visual exam (VI1), visual exam with artificial lighting (VI2), bitewing radiography (BW), fiber optic transillumination (FOTI), and DIAGNOdent.
  • Diagnostic criteria D1+D3 and D3 were applied; sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy were calculated.

Main Results:

  • The visual exam combined with bitewing radiography (VI2+BW) demonstrated the highest accuracy across all dental surfaces and diagnostic criteria.
  • Bitewing radiography emerged as the most effective adjunct diagnostic technology.
  • The combination of methods significantly enhanced diagnostic validity compared to individual techniques.

Conclusions:

  • The visual exam augmented with artificial lighting and bitewing radiography is the most valid method for diagnosing dental caries in epidemiological settings.
  • Bitewing radiography is a valuable adjunct technology for improving the accuracy of dental caries surveys.
  • Optimized diagnostic strategies are essential for effective public health interventions in dentistry.