Caries risk assessment in children.
- Author:
Jing ZOU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Child;
Dental Caries;
Humans;
Oral Health;
Risk Assessment;
Risk Factors
- From:
West China Journal of Stomatology
2014;32(1):1-4
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Caries risk assessment (CRA) involves a combination and analysis of factors including individual's age, biological factors, and protective and clinical findings. CRA significantly guides pediatric dentists and oral health caregivers in their decision-making plan for clinical treatment. The following is an introduction on the aspects of harmfulness of childhood caries and CRA for children of different ages.
