Table 5 Disability weights (95% CI) by dental problem – derived from multiplicative model.
From: Disability weights for the burden of oral disease in South Australia
| Unadjusted Disability Weight (DWd) | Disability Weight (DWe) adjusted by % time experienced problems | |
|---|---|---|
| Caries | 0.121 (0.073–0.170) | 0.059 (0.022–0.095) |
| Fracture | 0.091 (0.050–0.132) | 0.021 (0.006–0.035) |
| Denture problem | 0.124 (0.070–0.179) | 0.041 (0.007–0.075) |
| Failed restoration | 0.065 (0.028–0.102) | 0.030 (0.005–0.054) |
| Periodontal disease | 0.106 (0.056–0.156) | 0.034 (0.017–0.052) |
| Pulpal infection | 0.128 (0.067–0.191) | 0.076 (0.028–0.123) |
| Wear | 0.099 (0.005–0.193) | †0.036 (0.000–0.083) |
| Sensitivity | 0.112 (0.007–0.218) | †0.048 (0.000–0.138) |
| Aesthetics | †0.050 (0.000–0.110) | †0.002 (0.000–0.005) |