Tooth mortality in a selected population in Leeds, UK
- 1 December 1983
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology
- Vol. 11 (6) , 375-378
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0528.1983.tb01395.x
Abstract
Two previous studies of tooth mortality of similar populations were conducted in 1964 and 1969. The study was therefore repeated in 1982 to assess any discernible trends. There has been a marked reduction in mortality rates among all teeth except premolars in the younger age groups. The reduction was attributed to an improved dental service in conjunction with an increased public awareness of matters relating to dental health. The rise in mortality of premolars was correlated to the increased practice of orthodontics which demanded the relief of crowding.Keywords
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