European Dental Organizations Push for Integration in Oral and Systemic Health

Experts highlight periodontal care, daily plaque removal, and shared risk factors for chronic diseases.

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A multidisciplinary working group called for closer collaboration among dental, medical, and public health professionals and greater integration of oral health into prevention strategies.
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The consensus identified shared risk factors for oral diseases and other noncommunicable diseases, including added sugar, tobacco, harmful alcohol use, and unequal access to care and nutritious food.
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The authors highlighted the relationship between periodontal disease and systemic health, with the clearest evidence linking gum disease treatment to improved blood sugar control in patients with diab
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Recommended prevention measures included twice-daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste, daily interdental cleaning, limiting added sugar, avoiding tobacco and harmful alcohol, and risk-based dental vi
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The consensus recommended strengthening oral health education across health professions and incorporating oral health into routine care when appropriate.

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