caries risk assessment classification and management

Caries and acid demineralization management tool, best predictor of caries risk

What is caries risk assessment

12-18 months

What is the time frame for reevaluation in a low caries risk patient

6 to 12 months

What is the timeline for reevaluation in moderate caries risk patients

3 to 6 months

What is the timeline for reevaluation in high caries risk patients

Part CAMBRA and part ADA CRA

What does the ULSD caries risk assessment classification form consist of

Visible/radiographic lesions into dentin, radiographic active proximal enamel demineralization, visible active smooth surface enamel demineralization, restoration due to cavitation in last 3 years, extraction due to extensive cavitation in last 3 years

What are examples of disease indicators

1

How many disease indicators are required to classify as high risk

Visible plaque on 25% of teeth, less that 3 daily exposures to fluoride, unsealed deep pits and fissures, reduced salivary flow, head/neck radiation history, restorations with open margins, exposed root surface, orthodontics/oral prosthesis, limited access to dental care, high caloric diet, and recreational drug use

What are examples of risk factors

More than 6

How many risk factors required to indicated high caries risk

Less than 3

How many risk factors to indicated high low caries risk

The opposite of risk factors

What are protective factors

Less than 3

How many protective risk factors to indicate high caries risk

More than 6

How many protective factors to indicate low caries risk