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A population-based study on the association between chronic periodontitis and sialolithiasis
Shih-Han Hung1, Hung-Meng Huang2,3, Hsin-Chien Lee2,4
1Department of Otolaryngology, Taipei, Taiwan.
The Laryngoscope
|January 26, 2016
Summary
This study found a link between chronic periodontitis (CP) and salivary gland stones (sialolithiasis). Individuals with prior CP were more likely to develop sialolithiasis, suggesting a connection between gum disease and stone formation.
Area of Science:
- Oral Medicine
- Dental Research
- Salivary Gland Disorders
Background:
- Poor oral hygiene is often suspected to contribute to sialolithiasis.
- Limited empirical evidence supports the link between oral health and salivary gland stones.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between chronic periodontitis (CP) and the development of sialolithiasis.
- To evaluate this relationship using a nationwide database.
Main Methods:
- A case-control study design was employed.
- 987 patients with sialolithiasis (cases) and 4,935 matched controls were analyzed.
- Conditional logistic regression was used to assess the association.
Main Results:
- A higher prevalence of prior CP was observed in cases (36.8%) compared to controls (29.7%).
- An adjusted odds ratio of 1.37 (95% CI, 1.19-1.56) indicated an increased likelihood of sialolithiasis in those with prior CP.
- The association between CP and sialolithiasis was consistent across both sexes.
Conclusions:
- The study provides evidence supporting an association between chronic periodontitis and sialolithiasis.
- This finding highlights the potential role of periodontal health in salivary stone development.
