Association between periodontal diseases and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Evidence from sequential cross-sectional and prospective cohort studies based on UK Biobank.

Dongyun Wang Liang DaiZhengqian CuiWeili XingXiaoyan HuangHongyu YangYing Shan

Published in: Journal of clinical periodontology (2023)

Periodontal diseases are associated with airflow limitation and elevated COPD incidence. Maintaining good periodontal health in patients with chronic bronchitis and emphysema may help prevent the onset of COPD.

Keyphrases

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
lung function
cross sectional
healthcare
public health
mental health
risk factors
air pollution
cystic fibrosis
health information
case control