Abstract

Methods to Prevent Dental Caries

Cornelia Biclesanu, Anna Maria Pangica

The purpose of this work is to perform a statistical study regarding the frequency of caries in a group of children and make a presentation of the methods used for prevention. Material and Method. The statistical study which lies at the basis of this work was performed on a randomised group of 120 children from Bucharest with ages between 6 and 13 years of age. The method included a dental examination with the help of visual-feeler exam by one examiner and data notes in individualized prophylaxis files and by completing a questionnaire in which I wished to find out data on dental exams, patients