Originally published in 2019.
Republished in 2022 following global agreement validation.
The 2022 version reflects methodological standardisation within the IAPD Consensus & Foundational Articles framework and formal evaluation of international agreement. No substantive changes were made to the clinical recommendations.
Minimal Invasive Dentistry (MID) focuses on the prevention, early detection, and arrest of dental caries, prioritising biological management and preservation of tooth structure over extensive surgical intervention.
Core principles include:
The goal of MID is to preserve tooth vitality, minimise tissue removal, and promote long-term oral health outcomes in children.
(Evidence-based recommendations are not subject to global agreement scoring.)
(Evaluated for Global Agreement in 2022)
When surgical intervention is necessary, cavity designs should be conservative, emphasising minimal removal of carious dentine approximating the pulp and the use of adhesive restorative materials to restore function.
Global Agreement: 78%
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International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD).
IAPD Consensus Recommendation on Minimal Invasive Dentistry.
Originally published 2019. Global Agreement Validation 2022.
