Metabolic syndrome and periodontal disease
| Autor: | Bharti Vipin, Khurana Pankaj |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2009 |
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| Zdroj: | Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology, Vol 13, Iss 3, Pp 172-174 (2009) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 0972-124X 0975-1580 |
| Popis: | It is important for a dentist to be well informed and updated on the latest research on the association of oral and systemic health. Of late, the metabolic syndrome has gained importance in dental literature, and metabolic syndrome and periodontal disease have been linked. Metabolic syndrome (MeS) is a group of three or more (up to five) interrelated metabolic abnormalities, which increases the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Also, both MeS and periodontal disease may be linked through a common pathophysiological pathway. Some studies have been conducted to show such an association and additional studies are required to establish this association. A dental surgeon can play a major role in evaluating patients with MeS and thus prevent the development of overt cardiovascular disease. |
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