South Korean Study Shows Alarming Rate of Overdiagnosis in Dental Caries

Posted: December 4, 2024
A study in South Korea revealed a concerning trend of overdiagnosis of dental caries by dentists, with 33.2% of interactions resulting in a false diagnosis of no caries. The study highlighted that dentists diagnosed multiple unnecessary caries in healthy teeth, emphasizing the need for improved diagnostic accuracy and standard of care in treating dental caries. The findings underscore the importance of implementing strategies to enhance correct diagnosis and preventive care recommendations in private dental practices.

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