The Link between Periodontal Disease and Oral Cancer—A Certainty or a Never-Ending Dilemma?
Periodontal disease can have a substantial systemic influence on the body that extends beyond the oral cavity and can lead to local inflammation, bone damage, and tooth loss. A great number of studies suggest that periodontitis and oral cancer are linked, however it is unclear if specific periodonta...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-12-01
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Series: | Applied Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/24/12100 |