STUDY ON THE USE OF IMMOBILIZATION DEVICES IN PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND THEIR IMPACT ON PERIODONTAL CONDITION

Abstract

Aim of the study is to assess the change of periodontal parameters in a lot of patients with periodontal disease, in which the management of mobile teeth had as an aim the recovery of the periodontal function by means of immobilization of mobile teeth. Material and methods The study lot included 35 patients, aged between 42- 65, with chronic periodontitis, divided into two lots: control lot of 17 patients – with periodontal disease and conservatory periodontal treatment, a study lot of 18 patients – with periodontal disease and that have been applied different types of immobilization devices. Clinical and assessment parameters have been developed after the etiological therapy and the application of immobilization devices had been finished. Results There is a significant difference between the two lots, which is independent of the initial depth of the bag. Clinical attachment gain is significant in both the control and the study group. Plaque index was significantly reduced in both groups relative to the initial values and between the 2 groups. Conclusions By comparing periodontal condition after the application of immobilization devices, there can be observed a significant difference between the 2 groups, the final significant difference being independent of the initial depth of the bag. Clinical attachment gain is significant in both the control and in the study group, 1,15mm in the study group compared to 1,92mm in the control group. Plaque index was significantly reduced in both groups compared to initial values and between the 2 groups. The immobilization of periodontal teeth produced immediate effects, both functional and aesthetic and psychological ones; the decreased mobility allowing the reestablishment of periodontal balance, the decrease of inflammation and a better tissue healing and attachment gain.

Keywords

• periodontal disease
• immobilization devices