Characteristics of cracks in posterior teeth and factors associated with symptoms: a cross-sectional practice-based observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cracks in teeth are the third most common reason for tooth loss. The primary aim of this study was to identify the patient-specific and tooth-specific characteristics of individuals who presented to a private general dental practice with cracked posterior teeth. The secondary aim was to explore the relationship between the above characteristics and investigate their influence on signs and symptoms.

Materials and methods

A total of 147 records were analysed in terms of patient-specific, tooth-specific and crack-specific characteristics. Initial data analysis involved the use of descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. Stepwise logistic regression was used for model building, and further data analysis was performed using binomial and multinomial logistic regress

SUBMITTER: Renner P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12368304 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature