Having fewer than 21 teeth associated with poorer general health among South Australians

ConclusionsMissing teeth was associated with poor general health status as measured by EQ‐5D‐5L disutility. The relationship was especially evident with respect to mobility and pain/discomfort. The findings emphasize the importance of oral health as predictors of general health.

Source: Journal of Public Health Dentistry - February 12, 2017 Category: Dentistry Authors: Lisa Jamieson, David Brennan, Marco Peres, Liana Luzzi, Caroline Miller, Jacqui Bowden, Nikki McCaffery Tags: Original Article Source Type: research