Correlation between Oral Hygiene and Helicobacter Pylori Infection

As introduced by different studies, dental plaque is known as a reservoir of Helicobacter Pylori (HP) and a potential source for gastric re-infection. Also, it has been demonstrated that individuals with gastric HP infection manifest a greater plaque index and a higher incidence rate for gingivitis....

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Main Authors: Nasrin Esfahanizadeh, Rahele Modanlou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2010-02-01
Series:Acta Medica Iranica
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Online Access:http://journals.tums.ac.ir/PdfMed.aspx?pdf_med=/upload_files/pdf/15163.pdf&manuscript_id=15163