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- An oral health survey in Slovenia in 1987 assessed 1,623 individuals across various age groups using WHO forms.
- The findings revealed a high prevalence of dental caries, with 93.6% of 12-year-olds affected, and increasing average decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) scores with age.
- Periodontal issues were noted, with calculus being the main concern for ages 18 and 35-44, while shallow pockets were more common in those over 65.
Article Abstract
An oral health epidemiological survey using WHO assessment forms was conducted in the Republic of Slovenia (Yugoslavia) in 1987. The study population consisted of 1623 persons aged 6, 12, 15, 18, 35-44 and over 65 yr. The survey included 10 towns in 9 geographical areas of Slovenia. The results showed the prevalence of dental caries in the Slovenian population to be very high (93.6% in 12-yr-olds). The mean decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) scores were as follows: 5.1 at age 12 yr, 10.2 at 15 yr, 12.9 at 18 yr, 20.5 at 35-44 yr, and 27.0 in persons aged over 65 yr. Assessment of the periodontal status showed calculus to be the predominant disorder in the age groups 18 and 35-44 yr, while shallow pockets prevailed in persons aged over 65 yr.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0528.1991.tb00113.x | DOI Listing |
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