The distribution of burden of dental caries in schoolchildren: a critique of the high-risk caries prevention strategy for populations

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The 'high-risk approach' is a commonly adopted strategy recommended for the prevention of dental caries in populations. The scientific basis for the strategy has been questioned. The objective of this study is to assess the...

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Main Authors: Sheiham Aubrey, Batchelor Paul A
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-01-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6831/6/3