Frequency of Porphyromonas gingivalis fimA in smokers and nonsmokers after periodontal therapy

Conclusion The most prevalent P. gingivalis fimA genotypes detected in periodontal and smoker patients were genotypes I and II. However, the presence of fimA genotype II was higher in SM. Periodontal treatment was effective in controlling periodontal disease and reducing type II and V P. gingivalis fimA.
Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research