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Genetic risk for severe periodontal disease.
Compendium of continuing education in dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995) - 1 Sept 1997
Newman M G
Abstract excerpt
The discovery of a genetic marker that is highly associated with increased risk for severe periodontitis is a major breakthrough in the clinical management of all dental patients. The marker is not diagnostic; rather, it is a prognostic test, and it is used to identify patients who are much more susceptible to plaque. Individuals who have the marker have a 6 to 19 times higher chance of getting severe...
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