Periodontal disease and systemic health--what you and your patients need to know.
For many years, dentists have recognized the importance of dental health to general health. Recent research findings point to possible associations between chronic oral infections such as periodontitis and systemic health problems. This article will review the evidence for some of these associations and explore factors that may underlie oral-systemic disease connections.
Otomo-Corgel
Joan
J
Greater Los Angeles VA Health Care System, Department of Dentistry, CA, USA.
Merin
Robert L
RL
D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000150:complications / Q000382:microbiology; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000382:microbiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007230:Infant, Low Birth Weight; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007752:Obstetric Labor, Premature / Q000209:etiology*; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000382:microbiology; D011247:Pregnancy; D012141:Respiratory Tract Infections / Q000209:etiology* / Q000382:microbiology