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Oral health and erectile dysfunction
Ample evidence strongly supports the fact that periodontal disease is a major risk factor for various systemic diseases namely cardio-vascular disease, diabetes mellitus, etc. Recently, investigators focussed on exploring the link between chronic periodontitis (CP) and erectile dysfunction (ED) by contributing to the endothelial dysfunction. Both the diseases share common risk factors. Various studies conducted in different parts of the world in recent years reported the evidence linking this relationship as well as improvement in ED with periodontal treatment. Systemic exposure to the periodontal pathogen and periodontal infection-induced systemic inflammation was thought to associate with these conditions. The objective of this review was to highlight the evidence of the link between CP and ED and the importance of oral health in preventing the systemic conditions
Spontaneous Reversibility of an Iatrogenic Orthodontic Elastic Band-induced Localized Periodontitis Following Surgical Intervention – Case Report
Orthodontic elastic bands are an important iatrogenic etiologic factor
in the causation of periodontal attachment apparatus breakdown.
Appropriate diagnosis and a well constructed treatment plan tailor-made
to suit the requirements of the particular patient is imperative for
management of periodontal lesions induced by subgingival retention of
rubber band. There are conflicting reports regarding the reattachment
and regeneration of lost periodontal supporting tissues in such cases.
The present case report highlights the spontaneous reversal and
correction of periodontal destruction due to iatrogenic orthodontic
elastic band displacement deep into the subgingival tissues