Has the prevalence of periodontitis changed during the last 30 years?
- 26 August 2008
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Clinical Periodontology
- Vol. 35 (s8), 338-345
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-051x.2008.01279.x
Abstract
Aim: This paper reviews global trends in the change in prevalence of periodontitis over the last 30 years. Material and Methods: The epidemiology of periodontal disease is briefly reviewed together with the current classification system and the clinical and radiographic diagnostic methodology in periodontal disease. Results: This review identifies the very limited number of studies that provide prevalence data over time, and this data is discussed in comparison with those stemming from a few corresponding studies from countries outside Europe. Conclusions: The data indicate a possible trend of a lower prevalence of periodontitis in recent years.Keywords
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