E. Emami, R. D. de Souza, Marla Kabawat, J. Feine
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A perspective on the pathways that link oral to general health and a better understanding of disease indicators is necessary for establishing a solid strategy through an organized oral health care system to prevent and treat edentulism.
Abstract
An adequate dentition is of importance for well-being and life quality. Despite advances in preventive dentistry, edentulism is still a major public health problem worldwide. In this narrative review, we provide a perspective on the pathways that link oral to general health. A better understanding of disease indicators is necessary for establishing a solid strategy through an organized oral health care system to prevent and treat this morbid chronic condition.
Citation format
EMAMI, E., et al. The impact of edentulism on oral and general health. International Journal of Dentistry, 2013, 2013.