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Impact of the global burden of periodontal diseases on health, nutrition and wellbeing of mankind: A call for global action

Journal Of Clinical Periodontology · 2017 · Vol. 44(5) · pp. 456–462
Maurizio S. TonettiSøren JepsenLijian JinJoan Otomo‐Corgel

Abstract

A strong and coherent body of evidence allows identification of actionable preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic strategies to effectively promote periodontal health and general wellbeing, and better manage the socio-economic consequences. Action requires consideration of the specific national scenarios.

Oral microbiology and periodontitis researchDental Health and Care UtilizationHIV/AIDS oral health manifestationsPeriodontologyMedicineCall to actionContext (archaeology)Public healthPopulationPeriodontitisGlobal healthEnvironmental healthBusiness

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Health PolicyHumansNutritional StatusPeriodontal DiseasesRisk FactorsSocioeconomic FactorsGlobal Health
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