[Combined valuation of the success of therapy of orthodontic anomalies, periodontal diseases and dental caries]

Stomatol DDR. 1990 May;40(5):227-9.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Using the DMF/T, GPM/T and CPITN-index systems, the numerical evaluation method according to Eismann and measuring the occlusal contact areas in static occlusion in 101 orthodontically treated adolescents and young adults the effect of complex preventive and therapeutic programs was studied. The used parameters allow to characterize oral health status. After completing the orthodontical treatment there is a need to continue preventive programmes and therapeutic interventions in adults to reach stable oral health conditions.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • DMF Index
  • Dental Caries / therapy*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Malocclusion / therapy*
  • Orthodontics, Corrective*
  • Periodontal Diseases / therapy*
  • Periodontal Index