Age and Smoking Status are Associated with Tooth Loss During Long-Term Supportive Periodontal Therapy in Brazilian Patients

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

Tooth Loss in Well-Maintained Patients with Chronic Periodontitis During Long-Term Supportive Therapy in Brazil

Chambrone LA, Chambrone L.

J Clin Periodontol 2006;33(10):759-64

Level of Evidence

2

Strength of Recommendation

B

Purpose/Question

The purpose of this retrospective cohort study is to investigate the reasons for tooth loss in a sample of patients who underwent long-term supportive periodontal therapy in a private practice.

Source of Funding

Information not available

Type of Study/Design

Cohort Study