Evidence-Based Caries Prevention Second Edition 2025

Dental Caries: Etiology, Prevention, and Clinical Management, Second Edition

This extensively revised second edition provides a comprehensive overview of the multifactorial etiology of dental caries and presents clinicians with evidence-based strategies for prevention and management. With a strong emphasis on the role of biofilm, oral environment, and patient-specific risk factors, the book integrates current scientific knowledge with clinical applications to guide effective caries control.

Key Topics and Coverage

• Etiology and Risk Assessment: Explores the dynamic demineralization–remineralization cycle, the impact of the biofilm, and advances in caries detection and diagnosis.

• Preventive Strategies: Evidence-based approaches including fluoride use, remineralization agents, biomimetic materials, and the latest research on antimicrobial therapies such as chlorhexidine, ozone, and novel antimicrobial peptides.

• Dietary Counseling: Reviews the role of nutrition, sweeteners, and probiotics in caries prevention.
• Clinical Techniques: Discusses the effectiveness of sealants, resin infiltration, and long-term clinical outcomes.
• Emerging Insights: Updated research on caries prevention through a life course approach, the impact of COVID-19, and applications of artificial intelligence in dental care.
• Special Considerations: Expanded content on substance abuse, its effect on oral health, and tailored preventive strategies.

Features

• Evidence-based content supported by the latest literature and research.
• Comprehensive discussion of preventive methods and their clinical applications.
• Practical case-based conclusions to illustrate real-world prevention strategies.

Audience

An essential resource for dentists, dental hygienists, dental therapists, and students, this book equips oral healthcare professionals with the tools and knowledge to effectively prevent and manage dental caries in diverse patient populations.