A comparative assessment of clinical parameters, sialic acid, and glycosaminoglycans levels in periodontitis patients with and without dental fluorosis: A clinical and biochemical study

Conclusion: Increased pocket depth score, GCF–SA, and CS levels in the dental fluorosed group were observed when compared with NF group. The diagnostic ability of clinical examination is most often supported by the relevant biochemical parameters that are applicable in this study. The newer diagnostic ability of SA is found to be contributory in this study. The diagnostic ability of CS representing tissue destruction served as an important GCF marker along with SA. Clinical Relevance: In dental fluorosis, estimation of SA and CS is recommended in periodontitis patients.
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research