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Area of Science:

  • Dental Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Oral Health Research

Background:

  • Tooth loss significantly impacts oral health and quality of life.
  • Identifying the primary drivers of tooth extraction is crucial for effective dental service planning.
  • Understanding age-related trends in tooth loss etiology aids in targeted prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the predominant causes of tooth extraction.
  • To differentiate between dental caries and periodontal disease as major reasons for tooth loss.
  • To analyze age-specific etiological factors for tooth extraction.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire-based study was conducted among dental practitioners in a specific district.
  • Data on 1055 tooth extractions from 502 patients were collected.
  • Information gathered included patient age, reason for extraction, and periodontal parameters.

Main Results:

  • Dental caries were the leading cause of extraction in the 20-30 year age group (51.14%).
  • Periodontal disease was the primary reason for extraction in individuals over 40 years old (54.11%).
  • Dental caries accounted for only 29.11% of extractions in the >40 age group.

Conclusions:

  • Tooth extraction etiology varies significantly with age.
  • Dental caries are the dominant cause of extraction in younger adults (20-30 years).
  • Periodontal disease is the main cause of tooth extraction in older adults (>40 years).