Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation (Jan 2016)
PERIODONTAL PATHOLOGY IN THE CONTEXT OF SYSTEMIC DISEASES
Abstract
Aim of the study :The purpose of this study is the quantification of periodontal implications at a clinical and paraclinical level, in the context of a general complex pathology – essential aspects at the basis of current therapeutic approaches. Matherial and methods: The study lot was represented by patients aged between 50 and 65 years old, diagnosed with various forms of periodontal disease, on a general background of a complex pathology which influences both the intraoral clinical picture and the therapeutic trajectories in the field of dental medicine. Results :With regard to the correlative aspects between the incidence of gingivitis and general pathology, we notice a prevalence of gingivitis in a proportion of 44.40% at patients with cardiovascular diseases, followed by the presence of gingivitis in a proportion of 19.40% at patients with diabetes. Gingivitis is equally met in a proportion of 13.8% at patients with hepatic disorders. Conclusions:There are correlative aspects between the general pathology and the presence of gingivitis of periodontitis, the clinical manifestations are in complete agreement with the type of medication and the existing odonto-periodontal status, the quality of oral hygiene being of a particular importance.