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01-10-2017 | Original Article

The Würzburg MIH concept: the MIH treatment need index (MIH TNI)

A new index to assess and plan treatment in patients with molar incisior hypomineralisation (MIH)

Authors: R. Steffen, N. Krämer, K. Bekes

Published in: European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry | Issue 5/2017

Abstract

Aim

This was to create a new easy-to-use index for the treatment of MIH.

Methods

An international MIH working group developed a new MIH index as an epidemiological screening procedure for assessing MIH treatment needs (MIH-TNI), and also for the screening and monitoring of individuals by dental practitioners.

Results

The MIH TNI assesses in particular the extent of the destruction of tooth structure in combination with any hypersensitivity occurring in MIH. The MIH-TNI is suggested as a basis for individual dental examinations covering all MIH typical problems or treatment planning. In addition, this index shall be the basis for decision-making in any MIH therapy studies already planned.

Conclusion

After the validation of the MIH TNI it may be possible to create a standardised approach for dental treatment for MIH.

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Title: The Würzburg MIH concept: the MIH treatment need index (MIH TNI)
A new index to assess and plan treatment in patients with molar incisior hypomineralisation (MIH)
Authors: R. Steffen
N. Krämer
K. Bekes
Publication date: 01-10-2017
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry / Issue 5/2017
Print ISSN: 1818-6300
Electronic ISSN: 1996-9805
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40368-017-0301-0

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The Würzburg MIH concept: the MIH treatment need index (MIH TNI)

A new index to assess and plan treatment in patients with molar incisior hypomineralisation (MIH)

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Aim

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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