Destructive periodontal diseases, systemic inflammation, and atherosclerotic complications: the emerging role of the dental profession.

Ronald G. Craig

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    Abstract

    An emerging body of evidence has associated moderate to severe periodontitis with atherosclerotic complications. The contribution of periodontitis to systemic inflammation may account for this association in view of the pivotal role inflammation plays in atherosclerotic complications. Periodontal therapy has been shown to decrease systemic inflammation and to improve early atherosclerotic events; however, to date, periodontal therapy has not been shown to decrease subsequent atherosclerotic complications although aggressive treatment in at-risk populations appears warranted.

    Original languageEnglish (US)
    Pages (from-to)773-777
    Number of pages5
    JournalJournal of the California Dental Association
    Volume37
    Issue number11
    StatePublished - Nov 2009

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • General Dentistry

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