The etiology and pathogenesis of periodontitis.

摘要: Major advances have been made in our basic understanding of periodontal disease during the last decade. Pathways whereby bacteria destroy connective tissues and alveolar bone elucidated. The manner which various risk factors alter these pathways to enhance amplify onset progression is becoming clearer. Furthermore, a strong link between periodontitis potentially fatal systemic diseases conditions has demonstrated. These knowledge led development new approaches treatment that capacity prevent control oral infections decrease potential consequences.