We would like to draw your attention to a new report, commissioned by the European Federation of Periodontology. It reveals that severe periodontitis affects over a billion individuals worldwide.
The report, titled "Time to put your money where your mouth is," emphasises that a striking 45% of the global population is affected by oral diseases, with severe periodontitis alone impacting approximately 1.087 billion people.
Oral diseases including caries and periodontitis surpasses the combined prevalence of 5 of the most common non-communicable diseases including Mental disorders, Chronic Respiratory Disease, Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes.
The burden of periodontitis on global health is immense, contributing significantly to disability more than any other medical condition.
Understanding the widespread impact of this disease underscores the urgent need for increased focus and investment in treating and preventing periodontitis.
Explore the full report to learn why tackling periodontitis should be a top priority in oral health strategies.
