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Indicators for oral health and their implications for developing countries.

D E Barmes

    International Dental Journal
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Global oral health data shows dental caries decreasing in developed nations and increasing in developing countries between 1980-1982. This highlights shifting disease patterns and data gaps for future oral health planning.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Global Health

    Background:

    • The World Health Organization (WHO) Global Oral Data Bank tracks oral health indicators.
    • Trends in dental caries and tooth loss have been observed over time.
    • Existing indicators have limitations, particularly regarding periodontal disease, occlusion, and oral mucosa disorders.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze changes in oral health indicators from WHO data.
    • To identify deficiencies in current oral health surveillance.
    • To propose collective goals for oral health based on disease levels.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of WHO global oral data bank information from 1980-1982.
    • Analysis of changes in indicators for specified age groups.
    • Classification of countries based on Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMF) index at 12 years.

    Main Results:

    • Developed countries showed a decrease in dental caries, while developing countries experienced an increase.
    • Indicator emphasis shifted from dental caries to overall tooth loss.
    • Significant data gaps were identified for most indicators, hindering realistic goal setting.

    Conclusions:

    • Oral disease trends necessitate attention to workforce planning and improved health sector strategies.
    • Further data collection is crucial to support evidence-based oral health indicators and goals.
    • The study suggests tentative collective goals for caries prevention in specific age groups.

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