Periodontal ligament

The host immune response is important in maintaining the health of periodontal tissues. The presence of pathogens in periodontal pockets will activate innate and adaptive immune responses in an attempt to clear the pathogenic threat as well as promote tissue homeostasis. However, the persistent presence of pathogens can cause the continuous activation of innate and adaptive immune responses; which in turn causes inappropriate inflammatory mediator (cytokine, chemokine, antimicrobial proteins…

existing restorations and also determine if there are any restorations with faulty margins. Knowing the margins of restorations is important to the dental hygienist because if the restoration is not contoured correctly to the tooth it can lead to periodontal problems with the patient. Also, using the exploratory stroke, the dental hygienist might detect subgingival abnormality and think it is calculus, but the radiograph would show the hygienist it is really the margin of a restoration.…

ingivitis is one of the periodontal disease that is characterized by the changes in color, consistency, and contour of the gingiva tissues. The reasons for these changes might be due to the presence of plaque, and in this case it can be modified by systemic diseases (diabetes) , the use of certain medications (anticonvulsant, immunosuppressant, calcium channel blocking agents), and malnutrition (lack of vitamin C). In case it is not induced by the accumulation of plaque, it might be caused by…

reported to our dental department with a complaint of pain in relation to her right lower posterior teeth since 1 month and had been under medication since then. Clinical examination revealed good oral hygiene but the second molar was grossly decayed. Periodontal probing depths did not exceed 3 mm; however, the involved tooth was tender to percussion and palpation. The radiographic examination showed caries in the second molar. The patient was informed about the decayed tooth; and extraction was…

increase in radio density on post operative radiograph. Conclusions: The healing of periodontal defect observed as there was gain of clinical attachment. The potential of PRF in periodontal surgery for regeneration of intraosseous defects in aggressive periodontitis patient should be further studied. Key words: platelet rich fibrin, intraosseous, aggressive periodontitis INTRODUCTION Periodontal…

Periodontal disease affects 75 percent of adults in Unites States and more severe forms affect 20 to 30 percent of adults. Many epidemiologic studies suggest moderate connection between dental health status and systemic disease (Genco, 2002). Therefore, treating periodontal disease may not only help manage oral health but may also help with the management of other chronic conditions. The first nonsurgical step to treat gum disease involves subgingival scaling and root planing to remove plaque…

outer layer of hard tissue of the root of the toth and the ligaments which hold the tooth within its socket. In periodontitis, the gum tissues separate from the tooth and the bone holding the tooth is destroyed. Periodontitis is characterized by red and bleeding gums, deep valleys in between the tooth and the adjacent gum and may or may not present with loose teeth and the visibility of the root of the tooth. If left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to tooth…

crown and how it will fit into your mouth. Implant Root Post - Your dentist will surgically place a titanium root post into the bone socket of your jaw where you have a missing tooth. This root post will permanently integrate into your jaw. Periodontal ligaments will grow around it and fuse it to your jawbone. This root post is the basic structure that will hold your new implant crown. Cast Abutment - Your dentist will attach a cast abutment to the implanted root post. This metal abutment…

These essential parts of the body are small, pointy, round, and help chew food. What are they? Teeth! Teeth come in many shapes, many sizes, and unfortunately, many colors. Each tooth has its own function, as well as its own important structure. Teeth cannot be unattended to though. They must be cared for properly in order to maintain their appearance and health. Teeth are made up of many different substances and parts. Understanding these things makes caring for teeth much easier.…

For nearly a century the diversity of concepts about normal and ideal dental occlusal relationships has led to confusion in trying to describe the occlusion of any individual patient. In addition a similar controversy arises when trying to formulate treatment plans for patients who need complex dental treatment. And finally the application of occlusion concepts to patient's temporomandibular pain and dysfunction has created a third area of debate. Over the past few decades, many of the occlusion…