Association Between Oral Health and Airflow Limitation: Analysis Using a Nationwide Survey in Korea.
Sun-Hyung KimSeonhye GuJung-Ae KimYoHan ImJun Yeun ChoYoulim KimYoon Mi ShinEung Gook KimKi Man LeeKang Hyeon ChoeHyun Jee LeeBumhee YangPublished in: Journal of Korean medical science (2023)
Denture wearing, high DMFT index, and fewer permanent teeth are significantly associated with AFL. Furthermore, a reduced number of permanent teeth (0-19) was significantly related to the severity of AFL. Therefore, physicians should pay attention to oral health in managing patients with AFL, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.