Association of mastication and factors affecting masticatory function with obesity in adults: a systematic review

Abstract Background A substantial number of adults suffer from obesity, that is caused by the risk factor, masticatory dysfunction. The association between mastication and obesity, however, is inconclusive. This systematic review aims to provide literature regarding the association between masticati...

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Main Authors: Akio Tada, Hiroko Miura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-05-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12903-018-0525-3