[Nutrition and periodontal diseases]

Przegl Lek. 2013;70(1):28-30.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to review the available literature pertaining the influence of specific nutritional elements (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin B-complex and dietary calcium) on periodontal status. Effect of food intake on the oral cavity is complex. Proper nutrition, both in terms of quantity and quality determines health of oral cavity and entire body.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Calcium, Dietary
  • Causality
  • Comorbidity
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Energy Intake
  • Feeding Behavior*
  • Folic Acid
  • Humans
  • Nutrition Disorders / diet therapy*
  • Nutrition Disorders / epidemiology*
  • Nutrition Disorders / metabolism
  • Nutritional Status
  • Periodontal Diseases / epidemiology*
  • Periodontal Diseases / metabolism
  • Periodontal Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Vitamin B Complex

Substances

  • Calcium, Dietary
  • Vitamin B Complex
  • Folic Acid