Table 1.

Groupings used to assess each treatment type

Description	Examples
Preventive	Examination; prophylaxis; fluoride; sealant; radiographs
Restorative	Fillings; crowns; bridges for restoration of carious lesions
Periodontic	Scaling; root planning; periodontal surgery
Endodontic	Root canal therapy
Prosthodontic	Removable/fixed, partial/full dentures; implant, bridge or crown
Orthodontic	Under treatment, requiring orthodontic care as defined
Other	Something of significance not otherwise able to be coded; TMD, esthetics and soft tissue (added for this study)
Urgent	Treatment needed within a week

Note: Adapted from The Oral Health Needs Assessment took kit provided by Health Canada: http://www.fptdwg.ca/ohnat/index.php.