DMFTindeks

DMFTindeks is a term often encountered in the context of dental health, specifically referring to a measurement related to dental caries. It is a simplified version of the Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth (DMFT) index. The DMFT index is a widely used epidemiological tool to assess the prevalence and severity of dental caries in a population. It quantifies the number of teeth that are decayed, have been extracted due to decay, or have been filled as a result of decay.

The DMFTindeks, by its nature, suggests a focus on the components of the full DMFT index. While the standard DMFT index counts individual tooth surfaces, the "indeks" might imply a more simplified counting method, possibly focusing on whole teeth or a specific subset of teeth. However, without further context or a specific definition provided by the source using the term, DMFTindeks is understood as directly related to the principles of the DMFT index. This index is crucial for public health initiatives, allowing dentists and researchers to track dental health trends, evaluate the effectiveness of preventive programs, and identify populations at higher risk for dental decay. The data collected through DMFT assessments informs policy decisions and resource allocation in dental public health.