Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development

S. A. Keerthana ¹, V. Ramya ¹, Bagavad Gita ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, IN

Abstract

Periodontitis is characterized by destruction of supporting structures of tooth and may also lead to loss of teeth if untreated. The aim of this review is to systematically evaluate the efficacy of 1% MF in the treatment of periodontitis. An electronic search was carried out using the keywords ‘metformin’,‘periodontal’ and ‘periodontitis’ via the PubMed/Medline, ISI Web of Science and Google Scholar databases for relevant articles published from 1949 toFebruary 2019.

Keywords

Metformin, Intrabony Defects, Periodontitis, Diabetes Mellitus.

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Bhuvaneswarri ¹, V. Sneha ¹, Bagavad Gita ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, IN

Abstract

The main aim regarding periodontal therapy, is to ensure an healthy oral environment, devoid of plaque, biofilm,by physical disruption and by adjunctive chemical means. This review examines the therapeutic goals necessary for periodontal maintenance, the protocol necessary for adequate maintenance,supportive periodontal therapy(by the clinician,by the patient)evidence based approach of maintenance care and also about the new approaches.This review concludes that even after proper treatment,long term stability is ensured only with good maintenance of oral hygiene,by avoiding risks i.e.smoking and with regular maintenance care programme.

Keywords

Supportive Periodontal Care, Maintenance Care, Maintenance Protocol, Periodontal Maintenance.

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Goutham Siriyala ¹, Nithya Anand ², Bagavad Gita ³, J. Bhaskar ², J. Bhuvaneswarri ⁴, S. A. Keerthana ¹

Affiliations
1 Post Graduate Student, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Department of Periodontics and Implantology, Velachery Main Road, Pallikaranai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN
2 Professor, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Department of Periodontics and Implantology, Velachery Main Road, Pallikaranai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN
3 Head of the Department, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Department of Periodontics and Implantology, Velachery Main Road, Pallikaranai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN
4 Reader, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Department of Periodontics and Implantology, Velachery Main Road, Pallikaranai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN

Abstract

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a veryreal and growing problem, as indicated by demographic trends. Presence of undiagnosed periodontitis may have significant effect on the medical management of CKD patient as its been found to contribute to systemic inflammatory burden.This study evaluate and compare the periodontal status and IL-6 levels among CKD, periodontitis and Healthy patients.

Materials and Method: Whole serum samples werecollected from 80 patients who were further divided into four groups; healthy (n=20), periodontitis (n=20), HD (n=20), PD (n=20). Serum IL-6 concentrations were determined by Standard enzyme -linked immunosorbent assay.

Results: Indicates the IL-6 levels in the studypopulation. The mean IL-6 value being highest in pre-dialysis (92.695) compared to dialysis (53.112), periodontitis (9.22) and healthy individuals (9.6). ANOVA results show a significant increase of IL-6 levels in the pre-dialysis group compared to alter groups. No significant change on PPD was appreciated.

Conclusion: Treatment of moderate to severeperiodontitis in ESRD populations will result in decreased IL-6 levels and, more importantly, decreased incidence of atherosclerotic complications awaits the result of interceptive clinical trials in this population

Keywords

Chronic Renal Disease, Periodontitis, Interleukin 6, End Stage Renal Disease, Dialysis, Periodontal Status.

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Swetha Gadde ¹, J. Judith Christina ², P. Surendranath ³, Bagavad Gita ⁴, Mohan Valiathan ⁵, Anitha Balaji ⁵

Affiliations
1 Senior Lecturer, Department of Periodontics, Ragas Dental College, Chennai, IN
2 Post Graduate Student, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
3 Post Graduate Student, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
4 Head of the Department, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Chennai
5 Professor, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN

Abstract

Background: The aim of the present study is to assess salivary Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances (TBARS) levels in pregnant and non-pregnant women with gingivitis before and after scaling.

Materials and Method: Fifteen subjects (Non-pregnant) were selected out of the patients who attended the Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College, Pallikaranai, Chennai. Fifteen subjects (Pregnant second trimester) were selected out of the patients who attended Velachery K.S Hospital, Chennai. Periodontal examination is done and again evaluated after scaling (30 days). Collection of saliva and assessment of TBARS is done. Assessment of TBARS is done by TBARS assay using thiobarbituric acid as a reagent. Statistical analysis done using student T test.

Results: Results indicated that the level of salivary TBARS in non-pregnant individuals after scaling is reduced and is statistically significant and the level of salivary TBARS in pregnant individuals after scaling also reduced but it is not statistically significant.

Conclusion: Gingivitis in pregnancy is not a contributing factor for the oxidative stress.

Keywords

Oxidative Stress, Salivary TBARS, Pregnancy, Reactive Oxygen Species.

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D. Vandana ¹, Nithya Anand ², Deepika Kalicheti ³, Bagavad Gita ⁴, Preethe Paddmanaban ⁵, Ramya ⁵

Affiliations
1 Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
2 Professor, Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
3 Post Graduate Student, Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
4 Professor & Head, Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
5 Reader, Department of Periodontology, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN

Abstract

Background: The Anaemia of chronic disease (ACD) is a prevalent, poorly understood condition that afflicts patients with a wide variety of diseases, including infections, malignancies and rheumatologic disorders.

Materials and Method: 40 patients 20-65 years of age with chronic periodontitis were assessed before and after periodontal therapy for Hb, ESR, Erythrocyte count, MCV, MCH, MCHC and PROHEPCIDIN (ELISA).

Results: A significant (p<.000) increase in RBC (4.581) and Hb (12.77) values were estimated after SRP compared to baseline. Prohepcidin levels decreased insignificantly after SRP. Tailed t test results shows significant correlation at the 0.01 level between RBC parameters but no significance between probing depth or prohepcidin values with RBC parameters.

Conclusion: The results conclude that reduction in periodontal inflammation by scaling and ischolar_main planning improves RBC count and hemoglobin level significantly Prohepcidin levels decreases with periodontal treatment but rather insignificantly.

Keywords

Chronic Periodontitis, Prohepcidin, Scaling and Root Planning.

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J. Bhuvaneswarri ¹, A. S. Sindhuja ², Bagavad Gita ³, Mohan Valiathan ¹

Affiliations
1 Professor, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College And Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
2 Post Graduate, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College And Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN
3 Professor and Head of the Department, Department of Periodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College And Hospital, BIHER, Chennai, IN

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Fibroma is a benign tumor in which fibroblasts proliferate to form neoplasia, resulting in an increase in collagen fibers. Many of the fibroma-like lesions seen in the oral mucosa represent reparative or reactive hyperplasia of fibrous tissue against chronic irritation, and true neoplastic lesions are considered rare. Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) is a non-neoplastic, reactive lesion of gingiva. The precise etiopathogenesis of POF is unclear. However, it is suggested to originate from the connective tissue of periodontal ligament. This lesion predominantly occurs in the maxillary anterior region. The treatment protocol involves surgical excision followed by the biopsy of lesion. The high recurrence rate of the lesion is due to its reactive nature and unpredictable course. Hence proper postoperative monitoring and follow-up of the lesion are necessary. The present case was surgically managed and did not show any sign of recurrence during the follow-up period of 7 months.

Keywords

Peripheral Ossifying Fibroma, Fibroma, Non-Neoplastic Lesion, Inflammatory Growth.

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