Periodontitis and cirrhosis

The etiology of periodontitis is generally believed to be multifactorial. The inflammation of this disease affects the supporting tissues of the teeth and causes deepening of the periodontal pockets, loss of connective tissue attachment, and loss of alveolar bone mass. If it is not treated, periodontitis can cause discomfort and pain, impair eating ability, and lead to tooth loss. Patients with cirrhosis tend to have poor oral health that can lead to infection, which, along with malnutrition, is a common, serious complication of cirrhosis that leads to increased morbidity and mortality.

Source: Dental Abstracts - November 1, 2018 Category: Dentistry Tags: Inquiry Source Type: research