Caries management by risk assessment: implementation guidelines

J Calif Dent Assoc. 2007 Nov;35(11):799-805.

Abstract

ACT This consensus statement supports implementation of caries management by risk assessment in clinical practice by using the following principles: modification of the oral flora, patient education, remineralization, and minimal operative intervention. The statement includes a list of supporters.

Publication types

  • Consensus Development Conference

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Dental Caries / microbiology
  • Dental Caries / prevention & control
  • Dental Caries / therapy*
  • Dental Caries Susceptibility
  • Dental Restoration, Permanent / methods
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Mouth / microbiology
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Patient Participation
  • Risk Assessment
  • Tooth Remineralization