Periodontitis is a chronic, multifactorial inflammatory disease primarily caused by dysbiotic plaque biofilms, characterized by the progressive destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth. In advanced stages (Stage III/IV), periodontitis leads to significant attachment and bone loss, often culminating in tooth loss and a negative impact on the patient's quality of life. Recent evidence has emphasized the systemic implications of periodontal inflammation, suggesting a bidirectional relationship between periodontitis and various systemic conditions, especially cardiovascular diseases
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The concentration of oxLDL in GCF
Timeframe: at baseline (day1)
shaimaa Hamdy, lecturer of Periodontology