Periodontal Disease is Prevalent Among Adults in France

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

Epidemiology of periodontal status in dentate adults in France, 2002-2003

Bourgeois D, Bouchard P, Mattout C.

J Periodontal Res 2007;42(3):219-27

Level of Evidence

4

Purpose/Question

To assess the prevalence and extent of periodontal disease among adults in France, and to describe the disease distribution by age groups, gender, and type of teeth affected.

Source of Funding

French government and industry.

Type of Study/Design

Survey