Why does periodontal disease hit South Asians harder?
“Flossing widens the gaps between my teeth. Besides, these teeth aren’t even my own.”
Absolutely no one can convince my grandmother that flossing is important. Notorious in our family because all of her teeth are now implant crowns, she feels an increased disconnect with these “fake” teeth and doesn’t feel the need to take care of them. Many of her relatives in India confirm her beliefs by misguidedly advising against visiting …
Why does periodontal disease hit South Asians harder?















