Martijn Verhulst, PhD

Sports Dentistry
Why oral health should be considered a priority in athletes
With the Olympics debuting later this month, it's the perfect time to stop and reflect on the importance of oral health for peak athletic performance. In this piece, Martijn Verhulst, PhD, explores the key ways dental health affects both elite and amateur athletes.
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