What are the implications of hormonal influences on periodontal disease?
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They affect susceptibility to disease, plaque microbiota, clinical presentation, disease progression, and response to treatment.
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What are the implications of hormonal influences on periodontal disease?
They affect susceptibility to disease, plaque microbiota, clinical presentation, disease progression, and response to treatment.
How do hormones impact the immune response to plaque?
Hormones suppress the immune response to plaque, leading to depressed PMN chemotaxis, phagocytosis, antibody, and T-cell responses.
What is the only method to assess true regeneration?
Histology
What are the types of bone grafts mentioned?
What are the ideal candidate criteria for root resection?
Class II/III furcation involvement, severe bone loss around ≥ 1 root(s), root fracture, perforation, resorption, adequate bone structure around remaining roots (and good crown:root ratio), sound restorative prognosis, and minimal mobility ≤ grade 1.
What type of cementum is formed rather than acellular cementum?
Cellular cementum.
When should periodontal surgery be considered?
Periodontal surgery should be considered for patients with deep pockets, impaired access for debridement, and when there is a need to regenerate lost tissues.
What are the indications for periodontal surgery?
Indications include being medically healthy, psychologically sound, a non-smoker, having good oral hygiene, and pockets greater than 5 mm.
What are the contraindications for periodontal surgery?
Contraindications include poor patient cooperation, impaired access for debridement, and certain medical conditions like arterial hypertension and anticoagulant use.
What is the risk level for occasional smokers who smoke less than 20 cigarettes a day?
Moderate risk
What is one indication for mucogingival surgery?
Attached gingiva augmentation if gingiva is too thin.
What is the impact of root trunk length on furcation involvement?
A longer root trunk length (from CEJ to fornix) is associated with a lower chance of furcation involvement.
What is the risk level for patients with 8 residual pockets?
High risk for recurrent disease
What cell types repopulate the curetted root surface for healing?
Cells from PDL, epithelial cells, gingival CT cells, and bone-derived cells.
What factors can increase the magnitude of occlusal force?
Factors include the width of the periodontal ligament, the number and width of periodontal fibers, and the density of alveolar bone.
What are the contraindications for root resection?
Poor crown:root ratio, inadequate bone support on roots to be retained, long root trunks, fused roots (hence the need for CBCT prior to treatment), poor restorative/endo prognosis, poor surgical access, and poor oral hygiene.
What are the risks associated with surgical treatment in well-controlled diabetics?
Increased risk of post-surgical infection and impaired wound healing.
What is the impact of sustained hyperglycaemia on immune response in periodontal disease?
Sustained hyperglycaemia leads to impaired immunity and poorer healing response, particularly affecting neutrophil function.
What are the effects of impaired neutrophil function in periodontal disease for diabetic patients?
Impaired neutrophil function results in reduced adherence, chemotaxis, and phagocytosis, allowing bacteria to persist in the periodontal pocket and leading to common periodontal abscesses.
What should be investigated if a patient reports that floss gets stuck?
Overhangs in dental restorations.
What are the advantages of OFD?
Existing gingiva preserved, marginal alveolar bone exposed for identifying morphological defects, preserved oral epithelium, and generally less unpleasant post-op period compared to gingivectomy.
How does periodontal treatment affect cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk?
Evidence is limited and indirect; surrogate measures like CRP and IL-6 generally decrease following treatment, but the impact on CVD risk remains uncertain.
What is the difference between osteoplasty and ostectomy?
Osteoplasty creates physiologic form without removing supporting bone, while ostectomy involves the removal of bone.
What percentage of periodontal support loss indicates a low risk?
<10%
What clinical signs indicate a history of periodontal disease?
BOP (bleeding on probing), probing depth, and LOA (loss of attachment).
What physiological systems are affected by hormonal influences on periodontal disease?
Hormonal influences affect the physiological response, vascular system, inflammatory response, and immune system.
What improvement is observed in CAL and PD compared to OFD?
Better bone gain and improvement of +1 mm.
Which systemic condition is associated with a higher risk of periodontal disease?
Diabetes
How does smoking affect the risk of periodontal disease?
It is dose-dependent; heavy smokers (>20/day) are at high risk.
What are some limitations of the techniques discussed?
Techniques are sensitive, making case selection important.
Why is probing inside developmental fissures important?
Probing inside developmental fissures is crucial to detect disease and facilitate debridement, preventing bone loss.
What periodontal changes are associated with pregnancy?
Increased gingivitis, with 35-100% of pregnancies showing increased bleeding on probing, gingival crevicular fluid, and probing depth.
What surgical procedure is indicated for exposing impacted teeth for orthodontics?
Ectopic teeth exposure.
What is the outcome for deep pockets (> 6 mm) after surgery?
Greater short-term pocket reduction, but mixed long-term response regarding pockets and attachment.
What are the characteristics of acute traumatic occlusion?
Acute traumatic occlusion is characterized by pain/sensitivity to percussion and increased tooth mobility due to abrupt occlusal impact from biting on hard objects or restorations.
What does PFD encompass in dental care?
Polishing, fluorides, and determination of future supportive periodontal therapy.
What is peri-implant mucositis characterized by?
Plaque-induced inflammation with a well-defined inflammatory infiltrate rich in vascular structures, plasma cells, and lymphocytes, without extension into the supracrestal CT zone.
What is the implication of increased recurrence in periodontal disease?
Increased recurrence leads to a greater need for re-treatment and antibiotics.
What are the oral effects of smoking on gingivitis and bleeding on probing?
Smoking leads to less gingivitis and bleeding on probing due to nicotine-induced vasoconstriction.
What percentage of periodontal support loss indicates a high risk?
1%
What is the timing for re-evaluation of non-surgical treatment?
After 6 months to a year if there is reduced gingival inflammation, reduced bleeding, and compliance with recall appointments.
What are some immediate adverse effects of non-surgical treatment?
Bleeding, swelling, discomfort, bruising, and root sensitivity.
What is the rationale for periodontal surgery?
The rationale includes eliminating pockets, improving access for debridement, and potentially regenerating lost tissues.
What is a key advantage of the risk assessment system mentioned?
It is validated as a tool for predicting disease progression and tooth loss.
What procedure may be performed if there is sensitivity or unaesthetic concerns?
Root coverage procedures.
What pathogens are associated with periodontal infections and their effects?
Pathogens like P. gingivalis, T. Forsynthia, and A. actinomycetemcomitans produce virulence factors that activate the host immune response, leading to the recruitment of inflammatory cells such as PMNs and macrophages.
What is traumatic occlusion?
Injury of the attachment apparatus/tooth due to excessive occlusal forces that exceed the adaptive capacity of tissues.
How does the direction of loading affect occlusal trauma?
Altered direction of loading can change the orientation of the periodontal ligament fibers, impacting the response of the periodontium.
What microbial changes are associated with diabetes in periodontal lesions?
Capnocytophaga species are predominant in T1DM patients, while T2DM is associated with Prevotella intermedia, Campylobacter recuts, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans.
What are the modifying factors for periodontal disease in female patients?
Duration, diabetes (long-short term), puberty, pregnancy, and menopause.
What is the efficacy of PDL-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in periodontal regeneration?
MSCs consistently promoted increased PDL and cementum regeneration in animal models.
What was the conclusion regarding the combination of barrier membranes and grafting materials?
No additional benefits were detected in certain defect models, but superior histological results were observed in others.
What role do root concavities play in periodontal disease?
Root concavities can be identified on radiographs and are likely found on lower molars, making them a risk factor for periodontal disease.
What physiological changes occur during puberty that affect periodontal health?
Raised estradiol levels in females lead to inflammation, papillary/interdental bleeding, and possibly pocketing.
What is the significance of regular professional care in maintaining periodontal health?
A well-organized professional care regime every 3-6 months helps maintain probing depths and attachment levels.
How does root proximity affect periodontal treatment?
Closer root proximity can lead to a thin bone septum, making it harder for patients and periodontists to remove plaque.
How does Waerhaug’s concept challenge Glickman’s findings?
Waerhaug’s concept indicates that angular defects are not consistent with trauma and occur equally in traumatised and non-traumatised teeth.
What does suppuration indicate in a dental examination?
Possible infection or periodontal disease.
What are the primary and secondary aetiologies of occlusal trauma?
Primary aetiology involves adaptive mobility with normal support, while secondary aetiology involves progressive mobility requiring splinting due to inadequate support from conditions like active periodontitis.
What is indicated when pockets extend beyond the mucogingival line?
Bone surgery is required.
What are the clinical signs of peri-implant mucositis?
Bleeding on probing (BOP), possible erythema, swelling, and suppuration.
What are the four criteria for achieving true regeneration according to Bartold (2000)?
What are the effects of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) in diabetic patients?
AGEs lead to increased collagen cross-linking, greater stability of collagen, and accumulation in tissues due to resistance to enzyme degradation and tissue turnover.
How does the receptor for AGE (RAGE) affect type 2 diabetics?
RAGE is upregulated in type 2 diabetics, leading to increased inflammatory load and altered homeostatic transport across membranes, which can impair oxygen diffusion and metabolic waste elimination.
What are the four pathways through which periodontal disease contributes to inflammatory burden?
What is the healing timeline after a gingivectomy?
Epithelialisation takes about 7-14 days, with complete healing taking 4-5 weeks.
What is the proposed mechanism linking periodontal infection to insulin resistance?
Periodontal infection increases systemic inflammatory load, which elevates cytokines that affect the efficacy of insulin receptors, particularly TNF-a, which inhibits autophosphorylation of the receptor tyrosine kinase.
What are the costs associated with periodontal treatment compared to open heart surgery?
Periodontal treatment costs between 2500, while open heart surgery costs less than $180,000.
What characteristics should restorative materials have?
They should be biocompatible and consider allergies and plaque retention.
What are the effects of orthodontic force on teeth?
Orthodontic force creates pressure on one side leading to undermining resorption and tension on the other side causing PDL widening and apposition.
What does MRI stand for in the context of dental treatment?
Motivation, re-instruction, instrumentation.
What is a notable risk associated with implants in periodontal treatment?
Implants have a greater failure rate, especially in the maxilla, and a higher incidence of peri-implantitis.
What is the reported benefit of periodontal treatment in diabetic patients after SRP?
Improved glycaemic control with a 1% reduction in HbA1c, associated with a 25% reduction in diabetes-related deaths.
How does poor glycaemic control affect the microbial profile in periodontal disease?
There are increased percentages of spirochetes and motile rods and decreased cocci associated with poor glycaemic control.
What is the significance of interproximal contact in relation to plaque retention?
Open contact can lead to plaque retention and requires restoration. Uneven marginal ridges and opposing cusps can also contribute to debris accumulation.
How does smoking affect neutrophil function in the immune system?
Smoking alters neutrophil chemotaxis, phagocytosis, and oxidative burst, leading to increased collagenase and elastase in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF).
What is the effect of smoking on the healing response after periodontal treatment?
Smokers show less healing and less reduction in subgingival T. forsythia and P. gingivalis after treatment, leading to regression in pocket depth reduction and attachment gain over time.
Where should the margin location of dental restorations ideally be?
Supra/equi-gingival to avoid interfering with supracrestal attachment.
What does Glickman’s concept suggest about occlusal forces and plaque-induced gingival disease?
Glickman’s concept suggests that occlusal forces do not initiate plaque-induced gingival disease or periodontitis, but this is incorrect as shown by Waerhaug’s studies.
What is the difference in bone loss between non-traumatised and traumatised teeth according to Glickman’s concept?
Non-traumatised teeth exhibit horizontal bone loss, while traumatised teeth show angular bone loss.
What was the conclusion of the monkey study regarding the impact of excessive occlusal forces on periodontal attachment?
The study found no migration of connective tissue attachment due to periodontal conditions or excessive occlusal forces, and no good evidence that it contributes to periodontal disease.
What is jiggling trauma?
Jiggling trauma is a combination of pressure and tension that increases the width of the PDL and causes inflammatory changes.
What does TRS refer to in dental treatment?
Treatment of re-infected sites.
What aspect of tissue response is affected by hormonal influences?
Tissue repair is affected by hormonal influences on the immune response.
How does the number of cigarettes smoked per day relate to periodontal disease severity?
There is a positive relationship between the number of cigarettes smoked per day and the probability and severity of periodontal disease, including deeper probing depths and more sites affected.
How do hormonal variations in women affect the periodontium?
They cause significant changes, particularly in the presence of pre-existing, plaque-induced gingival inflammation.
What hormones are released by the ovaries that affect periodontal health?
Estrogen and progesterone.
What is the effect of progesterone on inflammatory response in periodontal disease?
It leads to a 50% reduction in IL-6, increased capillary permeability, and increased gingival exudate.
What is the impact of neglecting Supportive Periodontal Therapy (SPT)?
Neglecting SPT leads to ineffective periodontal treatment and a higher progression of disease.
What should crown contours follow?
Root contour and conform to furcation anatomy.
What is the impact of menstruation on periodontal health?
It can lead to increased tooth mobility and inflammatory response.
Why are orthodontic brackets and wires challenging for patients?
They are hard to clean.
What are some characteristics of peri-implant health compared to healthy periodontium?
Peri-implant health may have deeper pockets, shorter interproximal papillae, and histological differences such as a 3-4 mm height of the junctional epithelium and less vascularity compared to the periodontium.
Does occlusal trauma initiate periodontal destruction?
No, occlusal trauma does not initiate periodontal destruction, but removal of the trauma may reduce tooth mobility without stopping further periodontal breakdown.
What is the result of enhanced ox-LDL uptake in the arteries?
Foam cell formation, leading to stenosis of the artery lumen and potential rupture of plaque from arterial walls, which can cause a thrombotic event.
How does peri-implantitis differ from peri-implant mucositis?
Peri-implantitis lesions are larger than mucositis sites and progress faster than periodontitis.
What is the rationale for Supportive Periodontal Therapy (SPT)?
Patients with periodontal disease have a high risk of reinfection, necessitating regular long-term maintenance.
What microbiological changes occur in smokers?
Smokers experience increased calculus, greater colonization of pockets, greater species diversity, and an increase in pathogenic organisms such as P. gingivalis and T. forsythia.
How do cervical enamel projections affect periodontal health?
Cervical enamel projections can lead to plaque retention and periodontal issues, especially in the furcation area of lower molars.
How is periodontal risk assessed in patients?
Through parameters such as percentage of bleeding on probing (BOP), number of pockets greater than 4 mm, and tooth loss.
How does periodontal disease affect glycaemic control in diabetics?
Severe periodontal disease is associated with a 6-fold increase in poor glycaemic control, a 3.5-fold increase in cardio-renal disease mortality, and a 2.5-fold incidence of renal disease complications.
What is the purpose of osseous surgery in relation to OFD?
To improve bone architecture, expose subgingival caries, or for prosthetic reasons.
What are the different forms of pontics?
Ovate, conical, ridge-lap, modified ridge-lap, and sanitary.
What is the relationship between oxidative stress and periodontal disease?
Oxidative stress is increased by interactions between host immune cells and invading microorganisms, leading to systemic circulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and stimulating various functions at atheroma sites.
How is traumatic occlusion classified based on duration?
It is classified into acute and chronic. Acute involves abrupt occlusal impact, while chronic involves gradual changes in occlusion due to factors like tooth wear and parafunction.
What does Waerhaug’s concept say about angular defects?
Waerhaug’s concept states that angular defects occur equally in disease and non-disease stages, indicating they are not solely caused by occlusal trauma.
What are some potential complications of surgery in periodontal treatment?
Surgery may cause disease to progress more rapidly, lead to greater furcation deterioration, complications with membranes for guided tissue regeneration, less success with bone replacements, and an increased incidence of tooth loss post-surgery due to recurrence.
What is the risk level for patients who have lost fewer than 4 teeth?
Low risk
How often should HbA1c be measured in diabetic patients?
Every 3-4 months, as the RBC lifespan is 100-120 days.
What correlation was found between periodontal health and cardiovascular disease?
Poor dental health has been correlated with heart attacks and is considered a risk factor for CVD.
What are the indications for OFD?
Pockets extending beyond the mucogingival border, furcation involvement, treatment of bony defects, more residual subgingival calculus in closed debridement of pockets > 5 mm, and recurrent abscesses.
What is the role of CRP in relation to periodontal disease?
CRP is a plasma protein involved in the acute phase response to infection and inflammation, mediating macrophages’ uptake of LDL, and is a predictor of heart disease risk. Levels are consistently high in patients with periodontal disease compared to controls, and periodontal treatment can reduce CRP levels.
What should be communicated to patients regarding surgery for deep pockets?
Patients should be informed that surgery may be required at the start to avoid misconceptions about the dentist's competence.
What is the outcome of surgery in shallow pockets (< 3 mm)?
More recession in the long- and short-term, with no difference in pocket depth reduction compared to closed debridement.
What is the Theory of Co-destruction?
The Theory of Co-destruction describes a zone of irritation of marginal gingiva due to plaque and a zone of co-destruction of PDL, cementum, and alveolar bone due to both plaque and trauma.
What management strategies are suggested for traumatic occlusion?
Management includes plaque control, occlusal adjustment (enameloplasty), occlusal splints, and splinting to control mobility using composite, orthodontic wires, RPD, fixed bridges, or cross-arch splints.
What are some clinical signs of occlusal trauma?
Clinical signs include mobility, thermal sensitivity, excessive wear, migration, discomfort or pain on chewing, and fractured teeth.
What are the clinical and radiographic presentations of occlusal trauma?
The presentations include signs of injury to the periodontal attachment apparatus, which can be observed both clinically and through radiographic imaging.
What are the therapeutic measures to treat the most common forms of periodontitis?
Therapeutic measures include surgical methods to treat complex periodontal problems, tissue reconstruction, and addressing deep pockets that may require surgery.
What are the essential components for the treatment and prevention of periodontal disease?
Elimination of bacteria, patient oral hygiene, and regular interceptive professional support therapy.
What does the Examination, Re-evaluation, Diagnosis (ERD) process involve in periodontal maintenance?
Continuous diagnostic modeling at recall appointments, requiring objective criteria for assessing individual risk.
What are the potential complications associated with increased inflammatory load in diabetics?
Complications include retinopathy (blindness), neuropathy (amputations), nephropathy (end-stage renal disease), and a 2- to 4-fold increase in cardiovascular mortality and stroke.
What is the role of P. gingivalis in atherosclerosis?
P. gingivalis can invade cardiac endothelial cells, leading to an inflammatory response and the formation of foam cells, which are hallmarks of early atherosclerotic lesions.
What are the indications for a gingivectomy?
Suprabony pockets and abscesses, elimination of gingival enlargement, and gingival deformities.
What challenges do diabetics face in periodontal healing?
Diabetics experience less collagen production, elevated collagenases, decreased osteoblast proliferation, and increased apoptosis of fibroblasts and osteoblasts, leading to poor healing of the periodontium.
What are regenerative procedures aimed at restoring?
Reproduction or reconstruction of cementum, PDL, and alveolar bone to completely restore architecture and function.
What are the indications for regenerative procedures?
Pockets ≥ 6 mm, infrabony defects (3-wall more likely to regenerate), and furcation defects (Grade 3 unpredictable).
What defines chronic traumatic occlusion?
Chronic traumatic occlusion involves gradual changes in occlusion due to tooth wear, drifting, extrusion, and parafunction, and is more common and significant than acute.
What is the principle behind Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR)?
To use a barrier membrane to block the epithelial and CT cells from causing healing, allowing PDL cells to repopulate the affected root surface.
What are the results of using GTR for 2/3-wall infrabony defects?
96% of teeth retained over >10 years (Cortellini et al., 2004)
What is the commercialized product in Australia that contains enamel matrix proteins?
Endogain
What is the risk level for non-smokers or former smokers who quit more than 5 years ago?
Low risk
What is the recommendation for moderate pockets (4-5 mm)?
Avoid surgery as there is no difference in attachment and only a greater short-term reduction in pocket depth.
What happens to the periodontal ligament (PDL) space when jiggling-type trauma is applied to a tooth with plaque-associated periodontal disease?
The PDL space widens in response to occlusal forces, and the tooth may show non-progressive increased mobility, but the PDL can return to normal width following occlusal adjustment.
What is the impact of the duration and frequency of forces on the periodontium?
Constant pressures are more injurious than intermittent forces, and more frequent application of intermittent forces increases injury to the periodontium.