scholarly journals A retrospective clinical, radiographic and microbiological study of periodontal conditions of teeth with and without crowns

2007 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 348-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcio Dias Giollo ◽  
Patrícia Moura Valle ◽  
Sabrina Carvalho Gomes ◽  
Cassiano Kuchenbecker Rösing
Keyword(s):  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Periodontal Breakdown ◽  
And Control ◽  
Attachment Level ◽  
Digital Caliper ◽  
Bana Test

The aim of this study was to evaluate retrospectively the periodontal conditions of teeth with fixed crowns that had been in place from 3 to 5 years before the study was conducted. Forty individuals were recalled for a follow-up visit. Full-mouth clinical examinations were carried out and Visible Plaque Index (VPI), Gingival Bleeding Index (GBI), Probing Pocket Depth (PPD), and clinical attachment level (CAL) were assessed in 6 sites per tooth. Parallel radiographs were also taken and blindly analyzed by a digital caliper (distance between the apex and the bone crest). BANA tests were performed. A contra-lateral sound tooth was considered the control. Mean values were obtained and Wilcoxon and paired sample t tests were used to compare the test and control sites. Crowns had a mean VPI value of 30.42% as compared to 49.17% for sound teeth. The GBI was 33.33% and 26.25% for test and control teeth respectively. Assessment of PPD revealed values of 2.30 and 2.14 mm, and assessment of CAL revealed averages of 2.02 and 1.89 mm for test and control teeth respectively. The mean values for radiographic distances were 12.73 and 13.67 mm, and for the BANA test, 67.50 and 50.00 for sound and crowned teeth, respectively. Statistically significant differences were observed for all parameters except for CAL and for the BANA test. It may be concluded that, with the methods used in the present study, crowns may be associated with more signs of inflammation, however not with periodontal breakdown.

scholarly journals Probing Pocket Depth and Clinical Attachment Level between Non-Surgical and Surgical Periodontal Therapy in Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Randomised Controlled Clinical Trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 40-44
Author(s):  
Harish Kumar Shah ◽  
Shivalal Sharma ◽  
Khushboo Goel ◽  
Sajeev Shrestha ◽  
Surya Raj Niraula
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Surgical Therapy ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Attachment Level

Background: : Chronic periodontitis is one of the most common form of periodontal diseases which either require non-surgical periodontal therapy or open flap debridement-surgical therapy or both. To date, it is unclear as of how much changes occur after NSPT or OFD and which therapy provides the best outcome in chronic periodontitis having probing pocket depth ≥ 5-7 mm. Aim: The aim of this randomized controlled clinical trial was to evaluate the Probing Pocket Depth and Clinical Attachment Level between NSPT and OFD in chronic periodontitis patients. Materials and Methods: A total of 52 healthy patients with PPD ≥ 5-7 mm were included in the present study. Half of the patients assigned for the NSPT and half in the OFD group. The PPD and CAL were measured at baseline, three and six months. Independent sample t-test was used to compare the change in mean PPD and CAL between NSPT and OFD group at three and six months, respectively. Results: The difference in the mean decrease of PPD between NSPT and OFD group at three and six months were 0.15 mm (P<0.05) and 0.19 mm (P<0.05), respectively. The difference in the mean gain of CAL between NSPT and OFD group at three and six months were 0.03 mm (p>0.05) and 0.12 mm (P<0.05), respectively. Conclusion: Substantial improvement in periodontal status occurred with both the therapies, however, significantly higher decrease in PPD and gain in CAL were seen with surgical therapy.

scholarly journals Influence of Tooth-Brushing on Early Healing after Access Flap Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Preliminary Study

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 2933
Author(s):  
Carlo Bertoldi ◽  
Luigi Generali ◽  
Pierpaolo Cortellini ◽  
Michele Lalla ◽  
Sofia Luppi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Results ◽  
Periodontal Pocket ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Plaque Score ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Plaque Control ◽  
Bleeding Score ◽  
Early Healing ◽  
Attachment Level

In the present study, the clinical outcomes obtained using three different protocols of post-operative plaque control for the 4 weeks after surgery were compared. Thirty healthy subjects, presenting at least one periodontal pocket requiring resective surgery, were selected and randomly distributed to three different groups corresponding to respective post-surgical protocols: (A) toothbrushes + chlorhexidine + anti-discoloration system (ADS + CHX); (B) toothbrushes + chlorhexidine (CHX); (C) only toothbrushes. The full-mouth plaque score (FMPS), full-mouth bleeding score (FMBS), probing pocket depth (PPD), recession depth (REC), clinical attachment level (CAL), and bleeding on probing (BoP) were measured in six aspects per tooth (mesio-buccal (MB), buccal (B), disto-buccal (DB), disto-lingual (DL), lingual (L), and mesio-lingual (ML)) at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months after surgery. FMPS and FMBS did not significantly change (p > 0.05), whereas PPD and CAL significantly decreased, and REC significantly increased in all groups during the study (p < 0.05). Clinical results were satisfactory in all cases, with no significant differences between groups 3 months after surgery. Six months after surgery, only PPD-MB was significantly different in the three groups (p < 0.05). Nevertheless, this value was not clinically relevant because the value of PPD-B (about 2 mm) in group C was physiologic. The mechanical plaque control was proven to be fundamental and sufficient in all the six aspects per tooth to guarantee an excellent clinical outcome without the need of chemical plaque control.

NovaboneTM dental putty as a potential regenerative material for treating horizontal defects in chronic periodontitis patients.

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 2-10
Author(s):  
Dr. Shruthi Raveendran ◽  
Dr. Shruthi S ◽  
Dr. Nisha K J ◽  
Dr. Sanjeela Guru ◽  
Dr. Parichaya Batra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bone Defects ◽  
Plaque Index ◽  
Gingival Index ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Calcium Phosphosilicate ◽  
Bone Level ◽  
Open Flap Debridement ◽  
Attachment Level

ntroduction: Periodontitis is a multifactorial disease, which, when not adequately treated, is followed with progressive attachment loss which leads to tooth mobility and eventually tooth loss. Periodontal regenerative surgery aims to regenerate and reconstruct the lost periodontal tissue. Regeneration with novabone putty has shown to be effective in reducing probing pocket depth, gain in clinical attachment level and increase in horizontal bone level. Aim: This interventional clinical trial was to evaluate the osseous regenerative potential of a calcium phosphosilicate bioactive glass NOVABONE TM in the treatment of horizontal bone defects. Materials and method: A total of 20 sites with horizontal bone defect was treated with open flap debridement with intra marrow penetration and novabone putty. Statistical analysis: Plaque index, gingival index and radiographic determination were analysed by paired t test. Probing pocket depth and clinical attachment levels were analysed by Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test. Result: There was significant reduction seen in plaque index, gingival index, probing pocket depth and radiographic crestal level when compared between baseline and 12 months respectively (2.48 ± 0.44, 2.92 ± 0.39, 6.80 ± 0.89, 8.29 ± 0.87) and (1.89 ± 0.42, 1.92± 0.51, 3.00± 0.67, 5.48 ± 0.89) and significant gain in clinical attachment level from 4.40 ± 0.96 to 1.20 ± 0.91. Conclusion: The present study showed novabone putty significantly improved the clinical parameters in horizontal bone defects.

Salivary Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8) in Relation to Periodontal Health Status Among a Group of Hypertensive Patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 48-53
Author(s):  
Iman Z AlMudaris ◽  
Nadia A AlRawi
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Plaque Index ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Periodontal Health ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Attachment Level

Background: Hypertension is probably the most important public health problem around the world. People with periodontal disease may be at greater risk of hypertension. The inflammatory effects of periodontal disease help to promote endothelial dysfunction in arteries which may lead to changes in blood pressure. Salivary MMP-8 has been associated with both periodontal disease and prevalent hypertension. Aim of study: This study was conducted to measure salivary matrix metalloproteinase - 8, in relation to periodontal health condition among a group of patients with hypertension in comparison with control group. Materials and methods: Ninety subjects, aged 45-50 years old were included in this study, seeking treatment for chest pain in Ibn-AlBaytar center for cardiac surgical treatments in Baghdad, Iraq. The subjects were divided into study group (45 patient) who were diagnosed to be a hypertensive patient, and a control group (45 subject), with no hypertension. Plaque status was evaluated according to the Silness and Loe, probing pocket depth and clinical attachment level. Unstimulated saliva was collected from all subjects to analyses MMP-8. Result: A high mean value of plaque index, clinical attachment level and probing pocket depth for the study group than the control group with statistically no significant difference. In addition to that, a significant positive correlation between the plaque index and the clinical attachment level among both groups. Salivary MMP-8 level showed a higher level in the study group than in the control group, with statistically significant difference between groups, and a significant positive correlation was detected between salivary MMP-8 with plaque index, among study group, Conclusions: Higher percentage of periodontal diseases was found among patients with blood hypertension. In addition, high level of salivary MMP-8 is potentially associated with periodontal status of the study group.

scholarly journals Comparative Evaluation of Subgingivally Delivered 10% Doxycycline Hyclate and Xanthan-based Chlorhexidine Gels in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis

2008 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 25-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashish Verma ◽  
Rajan Gupta ◽  
Nymphea Pandit ◽  
Shweta Aggarwal
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Comparative Evaluation ◽  
Doxycycline Hyclate ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Single Center Study ◽  
Additional Reduction ◽  
Attachment Level

Abstract Aim The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of subgingivally delivered 10% doxycycline hyclate and xanthan based chlorhexidine gels when used as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) in the treatment of chronic periodontitis. Methods and Materials A randomized, controlled, single center study was conducted involving 90 sites in 30 patients suffering from moderate to advanced chronic periodontitis. Each patient contributed three sites which were randomized to three treatment groups: SRP + insertion of doxycycline gel [SRP+DH], SRP + insertion of chlorhexidine gel [SRP+CHX]), and SRP alone [SRP]. Gingival index (GI), plaque index (PI), probing pocket depth (PPD), and clinical attachment level (CAL) were recorded at baseline, 1 month, and 3 months post therapy. Results All treatments showed significant reductions in PPD and CAL at 1 and 3 months when compared to baseline values (p<0.001). At 3 months, sites treated with SRP+DH and SRP+CHX showed an additional reduction in PPD of 0.86 ± 1.0 mm and 0.66 ± 1.58 mm, respectively, significantly greater than SRP alone (p<0.02). Differences in mean PPD reduction between SRP+DH and SRP+CHX were not significant (p=0.46). At 3 months, differences in relative CAL between both SRP+DH (0.80 ± 0.92) and SRP+CHX (0.63 ± 1.47) and SRP alone were statistically significant (p<0.02). Differences in relative CAL between SRP+DH and SRP+CHX were not significant (p=0.54). Conclusion The results suggest treatment with 10% doxycycline hyclate and xanthan based chlorhexidine gels as an adjunct to SRP improves PPD and CAL patients with periodontitis compared to SRP alone. Clinical Significance The use of local drug therapy may refocus the need for surgical periodontal therapy toward deeper pockets. Citation Gupta R, Pandit N, Aggarwal S, Verma A. Comparative Evaluation of Subgingivally Delivered 10% Doxycycline Hyclate and Xanthan-based Chlorhexidine Gels in the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 November; (9)7:025-032.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Bovine Derived Xenograft Combined with Bioresorbable Collagen Membrane in Treatment of Intrabony Defects

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-67
Author(s):  
Ranjita Shrestha Gorkhali ◽  
Shaili Pradhan ◽  
Rejina Shrestha ◽  
Shweta Agrawal ◽  
Krishna Lamicchane ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Test Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Collagen Membrane ◽  
Intrabony Defects ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Open Flap Debridement ◽  
Attachment Level ◽  
Depth Reduction

Introduction: Treatment of periodontal diseases done by surgical therapy depends upon extent and severity of disease. The ultimate goal of periodontal reconstructive surgery is to regenerate tissues destroyed during periodontal disease. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of bovine-derived xenograft with collagen membrane in treatment of intrabony defects by comparing it with open flap debridement alone. Methods: This non-randomised controlled trial was conducted after ethical clearance, at Bir hospital from 2018 March to 2019 April. The study recruited 38 patients by convenience sampling, age from 25-44 years, with chronic periodontitis, and willing to sign informed consent. Intrabony defects were treated by open flap debridement with bovine-derived xenograft and bioresorbable collagen membrane (Test group) and open flap debridement alone (Control group). Probing pocket depth, clinical attachment level, gingival recession, oral hygiene status, and gingival status were assessed at baseline and six months. Results: Six months after therapy, in Test group probing pocket depth reduction was 5.2 mm and gain in mean clinical attachment level was 4.3 mm. In Control group, mean probing pocket depth reduction was 3.8 mm and mean gain in clinical attachment level was 2.7 mm. The test treatment resulted in statistically higher probing pocket depth reduction and clinical attachment level gain than Control group. Conclusion: Both therapies resulted in significant probing pocket depth reductions and clinical attachment gains, and treatment with open flap debridement with bovine-derived xenografts and collagen membrane resulted in significantly higher probing pocket depth reduction and clinical attachment gain than treatment with open flap debridement alone.

scholarly journals Validity of a New Kit Measuring Salivary Lactate Dehydrogenase Level for Screening Gingivitis

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daisuke Ekuni ◽  
Mayu Yamane-Takeuchi ◽  
Kota Kataoka ◽  
Aya Yokoi ◽  
Ayano Taniguchi-Tabata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Lactate Dehydrogenase ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Logistic Regression Model ◽  
Lactate Dehydrogenase Level ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Attachment Level

Aim. The aim of this study was to determine the usefulness of a new kit that can evaluate salivary lactate dehydrogenase (LD) level in real time for screening gingivitis. Materials and Methods. The study included 70 systemic healthy volunteers [29 males and 41 females; mean age ± SD: 24.1±2.6 years]. Resting saliva was collected from each participant and LD level was evaluated in real time using the kit (a color-changing sheet with an integer scale ranging from 1 to 10). A dentist measured probing pocket depth, clinical attachment level, and the proportion of sites with bleeding on probing (% BOP) at six sites on all teeth. Gingivitis was diagnosed when the BOP value was ≥20%. Results. Salivary LD level was positively correlated with mean % BOP (odds ratio: 1.47, 95% confidence interval: 1.132–1.916, and P<0.001) in a logistic regression model. The sensitivity and specificity of the kit were 0.89 and 0.98, respectively, at a cut-off value of 8.0 for LD level. Conclusions. The new kit for measurement of salivary LD level may be a useful tool to screen for gingivitis in young adults, which contributes to early detection of future periodontitis.

scholarly journals Ozone Gel in Chronic Periodontal Disease: A Randomized Clinical Trial on the Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Ozone Application

Biology ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 625
Author(s):  
Marco Colombo ◽  
Simone Gallo ◽  
Alessandro Garofoli ◽  
Claudio Poggio ◽  
Carla Renata Arciola ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
Antimicrobial Properties ◽  
Experimental Treatment ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Chronic Periodontal Disease ◽  
Attachment Level ◽  
Chlorhexidine Gel

The search for new topical treatments able to display not only antimicrobial properties but also a multiplicity of other beneficial effects while expressing safe cytocompatibility toward host tissues is being progressively developed. Antiseptics represent an aid to the gold standard nonsurgical treatment Scaling-and-Root-Planing (SRP) for periodontal disease. This split-mouth study aims to assess the efficacy of the ozonized gel GeliO3 (Bioemmei Srl, Vicenza, Italy) plus SRP (experimental treatment), with respect to SRP + chlorhexidine gel. Ten participants were treated with SRP + chlorhexidine gel (control sites) and with SRP + ozone gel (trial sites). After 1 (T1) and 3 months (T2) from baseline (T0), patients were revisited. At each time-point, the following indexes were assessed: probing pocket depth (PPD), clinical attachment level (CAL), gingival index (GI), plaque index (PI), and bleeding on probing (BoP). It has been assessed that the use of the ozonized gel in addition to SRP did not show significant differences if compared to conventional SRP + chlorhexidine. Chlorhexidine was found to be more effective than ozone in reducing CAL and GI at T2. Ozone deserves consideration for its wide applicability in several clinical fields. In this connection, we also glance at the latest research on ozone therapy.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Aggressive Periodontitis in Patients visiting the OPD of Periodontology, RajaRajeswari Dental College & Hospital, Bengaluru

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-40
Author(s):  
Shilpa Shivanand ◽  
Navnita Singh ◽  
Shivaprasad Bilichodmath
Keyword(s):  
Indian Population ◽  
Gingival Recession ◽  
Aggressive Periodontitis ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Radiographic Assessment ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
College Hospital ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Attachment Level

ABSTRACT Introduction The prevalence of aggressive periodontitis (AP) has been extensively studied globally. Limited information is available on the AP prevalence in the Indian population. Hence, a survey was undertaken to give a more accurate prevalence of AP in the population visiting the outpatient Department of Periodontology, RajaRajeswari Dental College & Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Materials and methods A total of 500 patients were screened to estimate the prevalence of AP. Thorough gingival examination, including bleeding on probing, was done to evaluate the gingival condition. The periodontal status was evaluated by assessment of clinical attachment level, probing pocket depth, and gingival recession. The subjects provisionally diagnosed with AP were referred to the Department of Radiology for further examination. The radiographic assessment involved full mouth intraoral periapical radiographs and panoramic radiographs. Results Out of the 500 patients screened, 8 cases (LAP-4, GAP-4) were found to be confirmed with the diagnosis of AP, giving a prevalence of 1.6%. Conclusion The prevalence rate of AP in the screened population is 1.6%. The higher prevalence of AP in the present study can be attributed to the fact that the population studied is hospital based because of the convenience. The prevalence of AP is highly variable and controversial globally and needs a concerted and systemic approach if this is to be settled. How to cite this article Shivanand S, Singh N, Bilichodmath S. Prevalence of Aggressive Periodontitis in Patients visiting the OPD of Periodontology, RajaRajeswari Dental College & Hospital, Bengaluru. J Health Sci Res 2015;6(2):37-40.

Application of Platinum and Titanium Materials as an Electrode for Hygiene Purpose

2007 ◽  
Vol 544-545 ◽  
pp. 199-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
B.S. Oh ◽  
S.Y. Park ◽  
Y.J. Jung ◽  
K.W. Baek ◽  
T.M. Hwang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Oxidation Potential ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Clinical Attachment Level ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Electrochemical Technology ◽  
Electrode Cell ◽  
Attachment Level ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of this study was to investigate the application of electrochemical technology in relation to the electrolysis of water in specific fields, including mouthrinses for the control of periodontal disease and the cleaning of contact lenses. A platinum (Pt) coated titanium (Ti) electrode cell (Pt/Ti cell, Dolki Korea Ltd.) was used for electrochemical experiments. Using the disinfection or oxidation potential of the Pt/Ti cell, sterilized water was prepared for clinical testing. An experimental group used mouthrinses with the sterilized water, where as the control group did not. In the experimental group, the gingival and plaque indices, the probing pocket depth and clinical attachment level all showed statistically significant decreases, but in the control group showed significant increases (P<0.05). The electrochemical sterilization of water using the Pt/Ti cell was also applied for the cleaning of contaminated contact lenses. SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) data demonstrated that a foreign body adhered to the contract lens could be removed during the electrolysis of water containing the contaminated contact lens.

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