Risk factors of periodontal disease in Vietnamese patients.

Published in: Journal of investigative and clinical dentistry (2017)

Periodontitis was correlated with dental and smoking behaviors, dental knowledge, and nutritional status in Vietnamese dental patients. Promoting a healthy lifestyle, reducing tobacco consumption, motivating oral self-care behaviors, together with normal weight maintenance, are necessary to reduce periodontal disease burdens.

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