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Periodontitis and airway obstruction.

James A Katancik1, Stephen Kritchevsky, Robert J Weyant

  • 1Department of Periodontology, University of Tennessee, Memphis, TN 38163, USA. jkatancik@utmem.edu

Journal of Periodontology
|November 10, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This study found a link between airway obstruction and periodontal disease, especially in former smokers. Better periodontal health was observed in individuals with normal lung function compared to those with airway obstruction.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Pulmonology
  • Periodontology

Background:

  • Investigating the link between chronic respiratory conditions and oral health.
  • Understanding the impact of airway obstruction on periodontal status in the elderly population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between airway obstruction and periodontal disease in community-dwelling older adults.
  • To identify if smoking status modifies this relationship.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from 860 elderly participants (70-79 years) from the Health, Aging, and Body Composition Study.
  • Assessed periodontal health using plaque index, gingival index, probing depth, and loss of attachment.
  • Evaluated airway obstruction using spirometry (FEV1/FVC ratio and percent predicted FEV1).

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Main Results:

  • Individuals with normal pulmonary function showed significantly better gingival index and loss of attachment compared to those with airway obstruction.
  • A significant association between periodontal health and airway obstruction was found in former smokers.
  • All periodontal indices were elevated in current smokers, irrespective of pulmonary status.

Conclusions:

  • A significant association exists between periodontal disease and airway obstruction in older adults, particularly evident in former smokers.
  • This cross-sectional study highlights a potential link but cannot establish causality.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the mechanisms underlying this association.