Vitamin D deficiency and oral health in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): A public health perspective.
A narrative review found vitamin D deficiency linked to several oral health problems including tooth decay and gum disease through effects on tooth development, bone health, and immune function in MENA populations. The evidence is largely observational without established causality, suggesting vitamin D should be considered one component of integrated oral health prevention strategies.
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