Abstract
Periodontitis is a common inflammatory disease characterized by breakdown of the structure supporting the tooth. The disease, which is caused by bacteria colonizing the root surface, occurs with a marked difference in individual susceptibility and presents as chronic and aggressive forms of the disease. A number of medical disorders act as predisposing factors, and periodontitis may influence the course of some diseases, including coronary heart disease and diabetes.
| Translated title of the contribution | [Periodontitis is one of the most commonly occurring inflammatory diseases] |
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| Original language | Danish |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Volume | 172 |
| Issue number | 44 |
| Pages (from-to) | 3029-32 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2010 |
