Association between periodontal disease and non-fatal ischemic stroke: a case-control study.

Conclusion. This case-control study demonstrates that periodontal disease, especially markers such as BOP and bone loss, is independently associated with ischemic stroke.
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Source: Acta Odontologica Scandinavica - April 11, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: Lafon A, Tala S, Ahossi V, Perrin D, Giroud M, Béjot Y Tags: Acta Odontol Scand Source Type: research