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

• Main Authors: Nurin Jazlina Nor Azmi (Author), Suharni Mohamad (Author), Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan (Author), Haslina Taib (Author), Zeehaida Mohamed (Author), Emelia Osman (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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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...