Risk factors and approaches for detection of Trichomonas tenax, the silent culprit in periodontal disease: A narrative review

Introduction: Periodontal disease is the inflammation of the periodontium tissues surrounding the teeth, potentially leading to loss of tooth attachment. In individuals with periodontal disease, the presence of Trichomonas tenax, a parasitic protozoan of the oral cavity has been observed and its fre...

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Main Authors: Nurin Jazlina Nor Azmi, Suharni Mohamad, Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan, Haslina Taib, Zeehaida Mohamed, Emelia Osman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2024-02-01
Series:Saudi Dental Journal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1013905223002389
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