Incidence and progression of periodontitis and tooth loss between 2014 and 2023 in Germany: results of the 6th German Oral Health Study (DMS • 6).

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the incidence and progression of periodontitis and tooth loss in Germany between 2014 and 2023.
• Analysis of oral health data from the 6th German Oral Health Study (DMS • 6)
• Evaluation of changes in oral hygiene practices
• Assessment of periodontitis progression and tooth loss over nine years
• Periodontitis continues to progress despite improved oral hygiene practices.
• Tooth loss remains prevalent in aging populations in Germany.
• No significant reduction in incidence was observed over the study period.