Chronic Conditions, Multimorbidity and Their Associations With Tooth Loss, Dental Caries and Periodontal Disease: An Australian Perspective.
Researchers examined associations between chronic diseases and oral health outcomes in Australian adults using national survey data and clinical examinations. Specific chronic conditions linked to different oral health problems, with people having multiple conditions experiencing the worst outcomes across tooth loss, decay, and gum disease.
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Once and for All: Does Flossing Prevent Caries?
What the evidence actually says — an honest, cited look at flossing, caries and gum health
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