Tooth loss and periodontitis by socio-economic status and inflammation in a longitudinal population-based study

Aim To examine the associations between factors of socio‐economic status (SES), systemic inflammation and the progression of periodontitis and incidence of tooth loss. Material and Methods Data of 2566 participants from the Study of Health in Pomerania (SHIP) with a 5‐year follow‐up were analysed. We evaluated attachment loss and tooth loss with regard to social variables including education, income, marital status and related risks such as smoking and obesity. Results Socio‐economic factors were associated with the progression of attachment level and tooth loss during the follow‐up period. Low education and low income were associated with tooth loss (incidence risk ratio IRR 1.63, p