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Complete Edentulism and Comorbid Diseases: An Update
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Morgantown, WV.
Summary
Complete edentulism, the loss of all teeth, is linked to various health issues. Research since 2008 explores connections between tooth loss and conditions like cardiovascular disease, obesity, and mortality.
Area of Science:
- Oral Health and Systemic Disease Epidemiology
- Public Health and Dental Research
Background:
- The link between complete edentulism and systemic diseases was first noted in 2009.
- Previous studies indicated associations but could not establish causality between tooth loss and comorbid conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated review of research published since 2008 on the relationship between complete edentulism and comorbid diseases.
- To consolidate findings on the association between tooth loss and various systemic health outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of articles published from 2008 onwards.
- Analysis of studies investigating the connection between complete edentulism and specific comorbid conditions.
Main Results:
- Complete edentulism is associated with increased risks of malnutrition, obesity, cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, pulmonary diseases (including COPD), and cancer.
- A significant correlation exists between complete tooth loss and higher mortality rates.
Conclusions:
- Complete edentulism is a significant indicator of potential systemic health problems.
- Further research is warranted to understand the causal pathways between oral health and systemic disease incidence.
Keywords:
COPDComplete edentulismcancercardiovascular diseasecomorbid diseasedementiamalnutritionmortalityobesitypneumoniarheumatoid arthritisMore Related Videos
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