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periodontics

That branch of dentistry concerned with biology & pathology of the tissues immediately around the teeth, i.e. gingiva Notes: - treatment of periodontal disease may improve outcomes & reduce costs in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 &/or cardiovascular disease [2] - treatment of periodontal disease may improve outcomes & reduce costs in pregnant patients [2]

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dentistry (oral health)

References

  1. Stedman's Medical Dictionary 27th ed, Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore, 1999.
  2. Jeffcoat MK, Jeffcoat RL, Gladowski PA et al Impact of periodontal therapy on general health: evidence from insurance data for five systemic conditions. Am J Prev Med 2014;47:166-174 PMID: 24953519