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Arzu Alkan1, Ilker Keskiner, Selim Arici
1Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey. arzualk@omu.edu.tr
Journal of Periodontology
|August 3, 2006
Summary
Chronic periodontitis patients have reduced biting abilities, including bite force and occlusal contact area, compared to healthy individuals. This indicates that decreased periodontal support negatively impacts chewing function.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Biomechanical Dentistry
Background:
- Periodontitis is a common oral disease affecting periodontal support.
- Assessing biting abilities is crucial for understanding oral function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare bite force (BF) and occlusal contact area (OCA) in chronic periodontitis patients versus healthy controls.
- To investigate the impact of reduced periodontal support on masticatory function.
Main Methods:
- Utilized pressure-sensitive sheets for quantitative analysis of BF and OCA.
- Included 20 chronic periodontitis patients (post-therapy) and 20 healthy controls.
- Diagnosed periodontitis using radiographs, probing depth, and clinical attachment level measurements.
Main Results:
- Healthy controls exhibited significantly greater mean BF and OCA values than periodontitis patients.
- Statistically significant differences were observed between the groups at the 95% confidence level.
- Reduced periodontal support correlated with diminished biting capabilities.
Conclusions:
- Chronic periodontitis, even without active inflammation, impairs biting abilities.
- Periodontal health is essential for maintaining optimal masticatory function.
- Findings highlight the functional consequences of periodontal tissue loss.
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