Preliminary interpretation and proposed measures
The Cariogram indicates a rather Low risk for caries. Some actions could further lower the risk.
If there is an interest to further minimize the risk, consider all parameters where scores higher than 0 or 1 have been added in the boxes - can any of them be changed to the better?
* The Diet with respect to its content of fermentable carbohydrates is a contributing risk factor - a reduced intake of such products would be an advantage.
The factors contributing to the positive situation should be explained to the patient. It should be observed that the risk profile for a specific surface may be different from the over-all picture revealed by the cariogram. Preventive actions for any surface showing progressing caries is encouraged.
The cariogram expresses the over-all caries risk only. It does not take into account problems such as fractures of teeth or fillings, discolorations etc which may make new fillings necessary.