Assessment of patient caries risk before preventive management by dental hygienists

Asian Pacific Journal of Dentistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yui Ishiki, Akina Tsuchikura, Yuka Horie, Saya Chikazawa, Rena Nomura, Hanemi Tsuruta, Masaomi Ikeda, Michael Francis Burrow, Toru Nikaido, Katsushi Okuyama
DOI: 10.47416/apjod.25-0006
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References: 17

Abstract

Purpose: Effective caries prevention management requires sustained oral health maintenance and patient motivation. Despite universal healthcare, Japan continues to report low dental check-up rates, highlighting the need for effective risk assessment and preventive strategies. This study applied the caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA) protocol to evaluate caries risk and examined the impact of key assessment criteria.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dental Health and Care Utilization Oral microbiology and periodontitis research Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention

Publication details

Journal / source
Asian Pacific Journal of Dentistry
Volume
26
Issue
1
Pages
1–5
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN