Trends in periodontal status: results from the German Oral Health studies from 2005 to 2023.

Over the last two decades, there has been a significant improvement in periodontal health in Germany, with the most notable enhancements occurring between DMS IV and DMS V. The prevalence of periodontal disease has decreased significantly in recent decades, largely due to the implementation of preventive measures. This underscores the importance of integrating preventive measures into dental practice as a public health strategy.