Exploring the Interplay between Respiratory and Periodontal Health in Adults Undergoing Orthodontic Therapy: Insights from a Tertiary Care Hospital
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https://doi.org/10.1996/pjcm.v29i2.843Keywords:
Periodontitis, Respiratory Exacerbations, Hospitalizations, Oral Health, Respiratory OutcomesAbstract
Background: In the realm of healthcare, the intricate interplay between respiratory health and periodontal health in adults has garnered considerable attention in recent years. The intricate relationship between these seemingly distinct domains lies in the common thread of inflammation. Both respiratory diseases and periodontal conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and periodontitis, are characterized by chronic inflammation. Emerging research suggests that this shared inflammatory pathway may contribute to a bidirectional relationship, where respiratory diseases can exacerbate periodontal conditions, and vice versa. Â Objective: The present study was performed with the aim of investigating the relationship between periodontal health and respiratory diseases. Â Methodology: Data were analyzed from 82 participants, categorized into two groups based on their periodontitis status: Absent (33 participants, 40.20%) and Present (49 participants, 59.80%). Respiratory outcomes were assessed through self-reported exacerbations and hospitalizations. Â Results: The presented data focuses on respiratory exacerbations and hospitalizations, categorizing participants based on the frequency of occurrences. In terms of respiratory exacerbations, participants are divided into three groups: low frequency (29 participants), moderate frequency (32 participants), and high frequency (21 participants). The low-frequency group exhibits a mean exacerbation rate of 0.80%, with a standard deviation of 0.30%, ranging from 0.00% to 1.20%. The moderate-frequency group shows a mean rate of 1.50%, a standard deviation of 0.40%, and a range from 1.00% to 1.90%. For the high-frequency group, participants have a mean exacerbation rate of 2.70%, a standard deviation of 0.60%, and a range from 2.00% to 3.10%. Â Conclusion: The present study suggests a potential correlation between the presence of periodontitis and an increased likelihood of experiencing respiratory issues, highlighting the importance of oral health in respiratory health management.References
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