Individual self-reported items are not accurate markers for a history of chronic periodontitis
Original Article
Dietrich T, Stosch U, Dietrich D, Schamberger D, Bernimoulin JP, Joshipura K, et al. The accuracy of individual self-reported items to determine periodontal disease history. Eur J Oral Sci 2005;113(2):135-40.
Level of Evidence
2b
Purpose/Question
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of individual self-completed questionnaire items on periodontitis signs, symptoms, history, and perceptions as markers for radiographic alveolar bone loss.
Source of Funding
US Government
Type of Study/Design
Cross-sectional study
University of Florida, Division of Public Health Service & Research, Gainesville, Florida
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