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Self-reported tooth loss and quality of life among household heads of Jwalamukhi, Dhading, Nepal [PDF]

BMC Oral Health
Background Tooth loss remains a significant public health burden in developing countries like Nepal. Since teeth are vital to mastication, speech, and facial esthetics, tooth loss can have a major impact both on the individual and society.
Sirjana Dahal, Anju Khapung, Prakash Poudel, Amar Bhochhibhoya, Samarika Dahal   +4 more
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Tooth loss among adults with and without presence of systemic diseases – Age and Gender matched case control study [PDF]

Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research
Background: Systemic diseases contribute to tooth loss by affecting immunity, circulation, and bone health. While most studies focus on elderly, this study assesses tooth loss among adults with and without systemic diseases to support early care. Aim: To
Deshpande Vijaya Lakshmi, S. Jagadeeswara Rao, Dolar Doshi, Twinkle Tiwari, Lunavath Preethi   +4 more
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Evaluation of TMJ bone microarchitecture in malocclusion and tooth loss using fractal dimension analysis [PDF]

BMC Oral Health
Objectives This study aimed to investigate the effects of malocclusion and tooth loss on the trabecular bone microarchitecture of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) condylar head using fractal dimension (FD) analysis on panoramic radiographs.
Yunus Balel
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The relationship between tooth loss and cerebral stroke

Japanese Dental Science Review, 2011
Objective: Tooth loss has been suggested as a potential risk factor for cerebral stroke. This report reviews prospective studies investigating the association between tooth loss and stroke.
Mitsuyoshi Yoshida, Yasumasa Akagawa
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Tooth Loss and Nutritional Status in 120,994 Children Aged 6–9 Years in Mongolia: A Population-Based Study [PDF]

Children
Background: Tooth loss in childhood reflects cumulative oral disease and may impair dietary intake, potentially influencing nutritional status. Evidence on the association between tooth loss and anthropometric indicators in school-aged children remains ...
Batbold Gan-Ochir, Oyuntugs Byambasukh, Batzorig Bayartsogt, Enkh-Orchlon Batbayar, Enkhtur Yadamsuren, Damdindorj Boldbaatar, Khurelbaatar Nyamdavaa, Ganbayar Luuzanbadam, Otgonbaatar Jugder, Delgertsetseg Jargaltsogt, Oyunsuren Enebish   +10 more
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Tooth surface loss: A review of literature

Saudi Dental Journal, 2020
Tooth surface loss (TSL) or tooth wear (TW) is an irreversible loss of hard tooth structure caused by factors other than those responsible for dental caries. TSL is observed clinically as attrition, abrasion, abfraction, and erosion. It may be associated with symptoms such as tooth hypersensitivity and function impairment, and may lead to change in the
Abdulhadi Warreth, Eyas Abuhijleh, Mohammad Adel Almaghribi, Ghanim Mahwal, Ali Ashawish   +4 more
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Impact of Tooth Loss on Heart Failure After Myocardial Infarction: A Cross-Sectional Study Bridging Oral and Cardiovascular Health [PDF]

Dentistry Journal
Background: Oral health and cardiovascular disease share common inflammatory pathways, yet the relationship between tooth loss and post-myocardial infarction (MI) heart failure remains underexplored.
Corina Cinezan, Camelia Bianca Rus, Alexandra Cinezan, Gabriela Ciavoi   +3 more
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Prevalence of premature primary tooth loss and contributing factors in preschool children of Babol city, Iran, 2018 [PDF]

Journal of Oral Health and Oral Epidemiology, 2021
Background and aim: Early loss of deciduous teeth has negative effects on chewing function, aesthetics, self-esteem and permanent dentition. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of premature primary tooth loss and the contributing factors in ...
Parniya Daee, Samaneh Gharekhani
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The increasing risk of temporomandibular disorder and articular eminence inclination due to tooth loss

Padjadjaran Journal of Dentistry, 2022
Introduction: Tooth loss leads to increased biomechanical pressure in the temporomandibular joint due  to changes in the functional movement pattern of the jaw, resulting in joint structure damage specifically  change of the articular eminence ...
Ricca Chairunnisa, Rahmadhani Harahap
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The relationship between tooth loss and hypertension: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Scientific Reports, 2022
As tooth loss is the high end of periodontal problems and edentulous individuals are at higher risk of nutritional problems like obesity, understanding the association between tooth loss and hypertension is important for improving cardiovascular health ...
Akio Tada, Rumi Tano, Hiroko Miura
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