Impacts of Tooth Loss on OHRQoL in an Adult Population in Cape Town, South Africa

Impacts of Tooth Loss on OHRQoL in an Adult Population in Cape Town, South Africa

(1) Background: Tooth loss is an important component of the global burden of oral disease, greatly reducing the quality of life of those affected. Tooth loss can also affect diet and subsequent incidences of lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and metabolic syndromes. This study aimed to evalua...

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Main Authors: Faheema Kimmie-Dhansay, Carla Cruvinel Pontes, Usuf M. E. Chikte, Albert Chinhenzva, Rajiv T. Erasmus, Andre Pascal Kengne, Tandi E. Matsha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-05-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
quality of life
tooth loss
adults
self-concept
noncommunicable diseases
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/9/4989

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