The Caries Assessment and Treatment (<scp>CAST</scp>) instrument

Abstract

The CAST instrument for use in epidemiological surveys is very promising. Face and content validation is obtained. Construct validity and reliability testing will be completed soon. A structure for reporting results in a comprehensive, pragmatic and easily understood way is being developed.

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