chronic periodontitis

(noun)

Chronic periodontitis is a common disease of the oral cavity consisting of chronic inflammation of the periodontal tissues, often caused by accumulation of profuse amounts of dental plaque.

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Examples of chronic periodontitis in the following topics:

  • Erectile Dysfunction and the Blue Pill

    • The number of hours on a bike and/or the pressure on the penis from the saddle of an upright bicycle is directly related to erectile dysfunction A recent study suggests an epidemiological association between chronic periodontitis (periodontal inflammation) and erectile dysfunction, similar to the association between periodontitis and coronary heart diseases, as well as cerebrovascular diseases.
    • In all the three conditions (erectile dysfunction, coronary heart disease, and cerebrovascular diseases), despite the epidemiological association with periodontitis, no causative connection has yet been proven.

  • Tooth and Gum Infections

    • The levels of oral spirochetes are elevated in patients with periodontal diseases.
    • Among this group, Treponema denticola is the most studied and is considered one of the main etiological bacteria of periodontitis.
    • Porphyromonas gingivalis is a Gram-negative oral anaerobe strongly associated with chronic adult periodontitis.
    • Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is considered an oral pathogen due to its virulence factors, its association with localized aggressive periodontitis in young adolescents, and studies indicating that it can cause bone loss.
    • If not taken care of, via brushing or flossing, the plaque can turn into tartar (its hardened form) and lead to gingivitis or periodontal disease.

  • Gomphoses

    • Periodontal infection and inflammation can also damage the joint, causing pain and erosion in the soft tissue.
    • Chronic dental problems may loosen the ligaments and lead to tooth loss or instability.

  • Periodontal Disease

    • Plaque-induced inflammatory lesions make up the vast majority of periodontal diseases, which are divided into peridontitis or gingivitis.
    • Periodontal disease is a type of disease that affects one or more of the periodontal tissues, which include:
    • the periodontal ligament, which are the connective tissue fibers that run between the cementum and the alveolar bone.
    • Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease affecting the periodontium, or the tissues that surround and support the teeth.
    • Using periodontal trays to maintain dentist-prescribed medications at the source of the disease.

  • Pancreatic Cancer

    • Chronic pancreatitis has been linked, but is not known to be causal.
    • Although drinking alcohol excessively is a major cause of chronic pancreatitis, which in turn predisposes to pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis associated with alcohol consumption is less frequently a precursor for pancreatic cancer than other types of chronic pancreatitis.

  • Tissues and Aging

    • In the upper GI tract, common changes include periodontal disease, difficulty in swallowing, reduced sensitivity to mouth irritations and sores, loss of taste, gastritis, and peptic ulcer disease.
    • Some kidney diseases that are common as we age include acute and chronic kidney inflammations and kidney stones.

  • Fusobacteria

    • Fusobacterium are anaerobic, non-spore forming, gram-negative bacteria that are associated with periodontal disease and Lemierre's syndrome.
    • The Fusobacterium are associated with infection and disease including periodontal diseases, topical skin ulcers and Lemierres's syndrome.

  • Aging and the Digestive System

    • periodontal disease, which is caused by bacterial infection and affects alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, cementum, and/or gingiva.

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

    • Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is the most common persistent fatigue syndrome that affects people.
    • Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is the most common name used to designate a significantly debilitating medical disorder or group of disorders.
    • The disorder may also be referred to as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), post-viral fatigue syndrome (PVFS), chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS), or several other terms.
    • Symptoms of CFS include post-exertional malaise; unrefreshing sleep; widespread muscle and joint pain; sore throat; headaches of a type not previously experienced; cognitive difficulties; chronic, often severe, mental and physical exhaustion; and other characteristic symptoms in a previously healthy and active person .

  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

    • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the occurrence of chronic bronchitis or emphysema.
    • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), also known as chronic obstructive lung disease (COLD), chronic obstructive airway disease (COAD), chronic airflow limitation (CAL) and chronic obstructive respiratory disease (CORD), is the occurrence of chronic bronchitis or emphysema, a pair of commonly co-existing diseases of the lungs in which the airways become narrowed.
    • The diagnosis of COPD should be considered in anyone who has dyspnea, chronic cough or sputum production, and/or a history of exposure to risk factors for the disease, such as regular tobacco smoking.