Non-microbial factors in Periodontal Disease medium

Factors other than bacteria that contribute to periodontal disease, influencing the host response to infection.

Certain systemic conditions (like diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and pregnancy) can alter the immune response, making individuals more susceptible to periodontal disease.

Stress can influence the host response, potentially worsening periodontal disease, although it isn't a directly diagnostic risk factor itself.

Genetic predispositions can influence susceptibility and severity of periodontal diseases, impacting the body's immune response.

Variations in periodontal disease progression have been observed among sexes. This doesn't mean sex is a diagnostic risk factor.

Certain medications can induce gingival overgrowth or impact the immune system, leading to higher risk of periodontal disease.

Diabetes weakens the immune system's ability to fight infection, making individuals more susceptible to periodontal disease.

Hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy can influence the body's response to periodontal pathogens, making some women more susceptible.

Factors affecting the condition, some modifiable and some not

Assessing and measuring the impact of risk factors on an individual's condition.

An endocrine system disorder where the body struggles to regulate blood sugar levels.

The amount of glucose circulating in the blood.

The hormonal system that controls various bodily functions, including blood sugar.

The percentage of people in a population with diagnosed or undiagnosed diabetes.

Diabetes can negatively affect oral health leading to issues like delayed wound healing and increased risk of oral sores.

A diet with a high proportion of sugary foods, potentially increasing diabetes and caries risk.

Management of blood sugar levels within a healthy range.

Inability to maintain healthy blood sugar levels, creating increased medical emergency and oral risks.

Diabetes affects inflammatory responses, increasing gum disease risk and slowing healing.

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can impact gum health; risk of complications like gingivitis.

Diabetes that develops during pregnancy.

Hormonal differences between sexes may lead to variations in periodontal disease progression.

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can influence the body's response to gum disease causing pathogens, potentially increasing the risk.

Negative consequences that may arise during pregnancy, potentially impacting the mother and/or baby.

Changes in hormone levels can affect the body's response to periodontal pathogens, potentially impacting the immune system.

HIV infection can weaken the immune system, increasing the risk and severity of periodontal disease.

Use of this contraceptive can influence periodontal health in young women.

Local anesthetic (LA) use is generally considered safer in the second or third trimester of pregnancy compared to other periods.

Individuals with weakened immune systems, making them more susceptible to infections and diseases.

A genetic disorder affecting the ability of white blood cells to reach infection sites.

Immune system problems linked to HIV infection, damaging B and T cells.

Gum swelling caused by specific medications.

Elevated blood pressure, a significant health concern.

Stress triggers a decrease in the immune response, making the body less able to fight off infections.

Bone disease characterized by decreased bone density.

Prolonged steroid use can impact the immune response.

Bisphosphonate use, especially intravenously, is more common in females and is associated with higher risks, particularly in duration and frequency of treatment.

High cholesterol and lipids in the blood, contributing to blood vessel narrowing, impacting host response, and linked to periodontal pathogens.

Making Every Contact Count—influencing behavior change through oral health contacts.

Assessing the current state of both general and oral health.

Relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease is a two-way influence.

Exploring pregnancy complications and periodontal health connections.

Considering the role of new insights and patient empowerment in health decisions.

Impact of factors on periodontal disease and potential for behavior change.