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Risk indicators for a reduced marginal bone level in the individual.
Golnosh Bahrami1, Ann Wenzel, Lise-Lotte Kirkevang
1University of Aarhus, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, Department of Oral Radiology, Vennelyst Boulevard 9, 8000 Arhus C, Denmark. gbahrami@odont.au.dk
Oral Health & Preventive Dentistry
|September 12, 2006
Summary
Smoking, older age, and apical periodontitis are key risk factors for reduced marginal bone level. Apical periodontitis significantly increases the risk, even after accounting for age and smoking habits.
Area of Science:
- Periodontology
- Radiodontics
- Public Health
Background:
- Reduced marginal bone level is a significant indicator of periodontal disease.
- Apical periodontitis, a common dental infection, may influence systemic health and bone levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify risk indicators for reduced marginal bone level.
- To specifically assess the association between apical periodontitis and marginal bone loss.
Main Methods:
- A radiographic survey of 616 Danish adults was conducted.
- Marginal bone level and periapical status (using Periapical Index) were assessed.
- Logistic regression analysis was used to evaluate risk factors including age, smoking, and apical periodontitis.
Main Results:
- Older age (OR=3.3), smoking (OR=10.5), and apical periodontitis (OR=4.7) were significant risk factors for reduced marginal bone level (p < 0.01).
- Apical periodontitis independently increased the risk of reduced marginal bone level by fivefold.
Conclusions:
- Smoking and advanced age are confirmed risk indicators for reduced marginal bone level.
- Apical periodontitis is a significant, independent risk factor for reduced marginal bone level, highlighting the importance of managing periapical infections.
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