Why periodontitis may be a risk factor for other diseases

 

Michaela von Geijer has extensive clinical experience, with a special interest in prosthodontics and implant dentistry.

 

Around 40% of all adults suffer from periodontitis. We know that a toothbrush can only reach 60% of the tooth surfaces and so by encouraging your patients to get into the habit of using interdental brushes alongside their routine tooth brushing could help prevent and control periodontal disease.