There is an extensive body of research documenting the relationship between periodontitis and depression. 2002 revealed that treatment for gum disease may be affected by clinical depression. Researchers also found negative associations between psychological factors, other surgeries, and similar results.
There are many social determinants that influence the severity and prevalence of depression and periodontitis. These include
. – older age
Low socioeconomic status
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low education- ethnicity
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