Evaluation of the Effects of Probiotic Toothpastes on Periodontal Health

Launched by KUTAHYA HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY · Jul 21, 2024

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Periodontitis is characterized by the progressive destruction of all periodontium structures that support the teeth, including periodontal connective tissue and alveolar bone, caused by dental biofilm, resulting in irreversible damage. Severe periodontitis has become a public health problem that affects approximately 11% of the world's population, that is, 743 million people. When left untreated, it reduces the quality of life and leads to tooth loss. In addition to being a common cause of tooth loss, severe periodontitis has been reported to be a predisposing factor in the development of m...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Being over 18 years old
• • 2. Pocket depth ≥ 4 mm and clinical attachment loss ≥ 1 mm in at least 5 teeth, bleeding score on probing 20%, and widespread bone loss that can be diagnosed radiographically.
• • 3. Absence of any systemic disease
• • 4. Having at least 14 natural teeth
• • 5. Diagnosing periodontitis as a result of clinical and radiological examinations
• • 6. Volunteering to participate in the research and signing the consent form prepared in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Being outside the specified age range
• • 2. Being pregnant or lactating
• • 3. Having used antibiotics for any reason in the last 3 months
• • 4. Having had periodontal treatment in the last 6 months