From: Dental treatment needs in the Canadian population: analysis of a nationwide cross-sectional survey
Description | Examples |
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Preventive | Examination; prophylaxis; fluoride; sealant; radiographs |
Restorative | Fillings; crowns; bridges for restoration of carious lesions |
Periodontic | Scaling; root planning; periodontal surgery |
Endodontic | Root canal therapy |
Prosthodontic | Removable/fixed, partial/full dentures; implant, bridge or crown |
Orthodontic | Under treatment, requiring orthodontic care as defined |
Other | Something of significance not otherwise able to be coded; TMD, esthetics and soft tissue (added for this study) |
Urgent | Treatment needed within a week |