The aim of this study is to summarize the current level of evidence on the prevalence of root caries in elderly population, evaluate the prevalence of root caries in elderly patients living in Canton Bern, Switzerland and to analyze the association between the data collected with demographic and relevant socioeconomic factors, provide relevant long-term clinical, radiographic and oral health related outcomes and to establish a pivotal reference in treatment of elderly patients by means of non-operative root caries treatment.
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Significant inactivation of root caries lesion measured by visual tactile method
Timeframe: 18 months
Inactivation of root caries due to regular use of fluoridated toothpaste and 6-monthly use measured by visual tactile method
Timeframe: 6 month to 1 year
Inactivation of root caries due to regular use of fluoridated toothpaste and 6-monthly use of the fluoride varnish measured by visual tactile method
Timeframe: 6 months to one year